Overall objectives:

1 - Master the basic principles of radioactive phenomena.
2 - Know the current state of the art and future perspectives on the use of radiation in biomedical systems.
3 - Know the main biological effects of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
4 - Know the main clinical tools that involve radiation.
5 - Quantify physical quantities that provide the description of radioactive phenomena.
6 - Encourage the construction and exploration of physical models.
7 - Develop skills that facilitate the design of new experiments in the domain of Radiation in biomedical systems.

Syllabus:

1 - The atom. The atomic nucleus.
2 - Atomic and nuclear stability.
3 - Radioactivity
4 - Radiation types.
5 - Radioactive decay law.
6 - Activity of a radiation source.
7 - Background radiation.
8 - Interaction of radiation with matter.
9 - Radiation generation.
10 - Radiodiagnostics.
11 - Radiography.
12 - Computed axial tomography.
13 - Single-photon emission computed tomography.
14 - Nuclear medicine.
15 - Anger camera.
16 - Positron emission tomography.
17 - Magnetic resonance.
18 - Ultrasound.
19 - Benefits of combining different radiodiagnostic modalities.
20 - Biological effects of ionizing radiation.
21 - Radiotherapy.
22 - Teleradiotherapy.
23 - Brachytherapy.
24 - Photodynamic therapy.
25 - Radiation detection.
26 - Radiation dosimetry.
27 - What is the best radiotherapy modality?
28 - Biological effects of non-ionizing radiation.

Literature/Sources:

E. Bezak, A. H. Beddoe, L. G. Marcu, M. Ebert, R. Price , 2021 , Johns and Cunningham's The Physics of Radiology , Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd
E. J. Hall, A. J. Giaccia , 2018 , Radiobiology for the Radiologist , LWW
E. Samei, D. J. Peck , 2019 , Hendee's Physics of Medical Imaging , Wiley-Blackwell
G. F. Knoll , 2012 , Radiation Detection and Measurement , JW
P. N. McDermott, C. G. Orton , 2018 , The Physics & Technology of Radiation Therapy , Medical Physics Pub Corp

Assesssment methods and criteria:

Classification Type: Quantitativa (0-20)

Evaluation Methodology:
The methodology employed in theoretical classes is expositive. The topics are presented on the board or resorting to image and/or video projection. Sometimes, relevant experiments are displayed in the classroom to illustrate the concepts. A strong emphasis is placed in the connection between mathematical models and the real world. The theoretical-practical classes consist mainly of problem solving in order to solidify the theoretical concepts covered. Evaluation Model: A. Evaluation Methodology: T and TP components: 2 written quizzes solved in a computer without aid materials and with calculator or excel (each with a weight of 35%) and an essay on a theme pertinent to the area of radiations in (with a weight of 30%) . In the appeal period all of the 2 quizzes can be improved.