Marco Petasecca
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Marco Petasecca is a leading figure in medical radiation physics, with his research centered on the development and application of advanced silicon detectors for radiotherapy dosimetry and quality assurance. His major contributions lie in pioneering "edgeless diode" technology, which overcomes the angular dependence of conventional detectors, enabling precise dose measurements in complex treatments like Cyberknife robotic stereotactic radiosurgery and synchrotron microbeam radiation therapy. His most-cited work (2018, 14 citations) demonstrates the clinical utility of these detectors for patient-specific QA, while his research on monolithic silicon sensors has advanced real-time, high-resolution dosimetry for emerging modalities. Petasecca’s impact is underscored by over 100 peer-reviewed publications and his role in translating cutting-edge detector physics into practical tools that improve treatment accuracy and patient safety. Notably, his work on microbeam radiation therapy has opened new frontiers in spatially fractionated radiotherapy, showcasing his ability to bridge fundamental detector science with clinical innovation. For students and researchers, Petasecca exemplifies how engineering physics can directly enhance cancer care.
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