University Chemistry ›› 2023, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (2): 1-9.doi: 10.3866/PKU.DXHX202204005

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Advances in the Applications of Radiation Technology in the Medical Field

Linghang Meng, Chuanjie Lu, Jing Peng()   

  • Received:2022-04-01 Accepted:2022-06-28 Published:2022-09-05
  • Contact: Jing Peng E-mail:jpeng@pku.edu.cn

Abstract:

Radiation technology has a unique position in the medical field. With the development of radiation technology, it will have a broader application prospect in the future. This paper reviews the research and development history of radiation technology in the medical field, the current state in medical applications, and the latest frontier research in both diagnosis and treatment. In this way we hope to make people learn the applications of radiation technology and promote the use of radiation technology for mankind.

Key words: Radiation technology, PET imaging, Nuclear medicine, Radiation-induced drug release, ROS therapy