Dr. Cornelia Hoehr

Biography

Cornelia Hoehr is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Victoria, specializing in the intersection of physics and medicine. Her research primarily focuses on Proton Therapy, a technique that offers superior dose deposition compared to traditional high-energy photon treatments, allowing for healthier tissue preservation while effectively destroying cancer cells. Hoehr has made significant contributions to the development of dosimetry techniques, treatment monitoring, and proton range verification, particularly in utilizing novel detectors and proton FLASH techniques. Additionally, she investigates the production of medical isotopes for imaging and treatment in nuclear medicine, developing methodologies that harness the potential of medical cyclotrons. Her varied academic and professional background spans engineering, physics, and chemistry, dedicating her efforts to enhance cancer treatment strategies using radioactive isotopes through Targeted Radioisotope Therapy (TRT). Throughout her career, Hoehr has been actively involved in research since TRIUMF operated Canada's Proton Therapy centre from 1995 to 2019, consistently pursuing advancements in Proton Therapy research. She mentors graduate students and is recognized for her contributions to numerous peer-reviewed publications in the field.

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