Education and Training Needs in the Radiation Sciences: Problems and Potential Solutions

Radiat Res. 2015 Nov;184(5):449-55. doi: 10.1667/RR14199.1. Epub 2015 Oct 19.

Abstract

This article provides a summary of presentations focused on critical education and training issues in radiation oncology, radiobiology and medical physics from a workshop conducted as part of the 60th Annual Meeting of the Radiation Research Society held in Las Vegas, NV (September 21-24, 2014). Also included in this synopsis are pertinent comments and concerns raised by audience members, as well as recommendations for addressing ongoing and future challenges.

Publication types

  • Congress
  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Health Physics / education
  • Radiation Oncology / education
  • Radiobiology / education*
  • Research Personnel / statistics & numerical data
  • Research Personnel / supply & distribution
  • Workforce