A. Arodzero

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A. Arodzero is a leading figure in the development of compact, high-power linear accelerators (linacs) for practical applications in medicine and security. Their primary research focuses on X-band electron linac technology, specifically designing and optimizing these systems for radiotherapy and advanced security inspection. Arodzero’s major contribution lies in demonstrating that compact, high-frequency linacs can deliver the beam quality and reliability needed for clinical cancer treatment and non-destructive cargo screening—a significant step toward making advanced accelerator technology more accessible and cost-effective. Their most-cited work, "Compact X-Band electron linac for radiotherapy and security applications" (2021), has garnered 27 citations, reflecting its influence in bridging accelerator physics with real-world deployment. This paper outlines a novel design that achieves high accelerating gradients in a smaller footprint, enabling portable systems for on-site use. Arodzero’s achievements include pioneering the integration of X-band technology into dual-use platforms, thereby advancing both medical and national security capabilities. Their work continues to inspire new generations of researchers seeking to miniaturize and democratize particle accelerator technology.