🚨Proposals due July 10!🚨 Have an idea for an important, unsolved problem in medical physics? AAPM's Working Group on Grand Challenges is here to help. Don't miss your chance to drive the field forward. Learn more and download the application: https://www.aapm.org/GrandChallenge/

AAPM is proud to announce this year's awards, achievements, and honors recipients. Their contributions to medical physics represent the best of our field — and we're looking forward to celebrating them at the Awards & Honors Ceremony on July 20 in Vancouver, BC. https://ow.ly/iofS50YW3b5

Planning your week in Vancouver? Don't miss the general events happening throughout the Joint AAPM | COMP Annual Meeting! Swipe through for a day-by-day overview, then explore the full General Events schedule to plan your week: https://ow.ly/A97j50ZjqIW #MedicalPhysics #AAPMCOMP2026

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Applying a portable pocket handheld ultrasound scanner to monitor tumor volume in preclinical studies https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70462#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Stavros Melemenidis et al, whose article was selected.

AAPM President Robin Miller's July Monthly Minute is live. Topic: why you should volunteer — and why mentorship is the perfect first step.

The Student & Trainee Program at the Joint AAPM | COMP Annual Meeting is designed to help you build the skills, connections, and confidence to succeed in medical physics. 👉 Swipe through to explore the sessions and view the full program: https://ow.ly/S5Vq50ZiNZL #MedicalPhysics #AAPMCOMP2026

Looking to improve leadership skills, learn more about AAPM leadership, or grow your medical physics community? MPLA Advance cohorts are a great place to do this! By indicating your interest, you'll be contacted by the organizing committee with more info: https://ow.ly/BT1050ZiC6e

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Improving textural realism in breast phantom images https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70501#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Luana de M. Omena et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Spectral deep learning‐based patient and bowtie scatter correction for clinical photon‐counting CT https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70442#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Lukas Hennemann et al, whose article was selected.

The Women in Physics Luncheon is one of the highlights of our 2026 Joint AAPM | COMP Annual Meeting, and it wouldn’t happen without these incredible sponsors. We can’t wait to celebrate together in Vancouver!

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Real‐time, high‐precision detection of aortic dissection key components for emergency triage using an enhanced deep learning model https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70461#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Houde Wu et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Time‐resolved point dosimetry for spread‐out Bragg‐peak proton FLASH using fibre‐coupled scintillators https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70464#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Sky R. Steenholdt et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: MRI‐informed hypoxia‐based proton radiotherapy dose escalation for head‐and‐neck cancer—a proof‐of‐concept https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70480#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Sebastian Tattenberg et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Design of a next‐generation conventional scintillator x‐ray detector: Improved spatial resolution and fill factor https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70486#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Scott S. Hsieh et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Abdominal body composition assessment with 2D–3D Hybrid Mean‐Teacher Network https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70485#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Peijun Hu et al, whose article was selected.

Read the article: https://aapm.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/acm2.70615 VIDEO abstract: Simulated online adaptive radiotherapy on C-arm linacs: Integrating high resolution cone-beam CT into abdominal stereotactic body radiation therapy Please join us congratulating Shiqin Su et al

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: Dosimetric impact of clinical planning methodology for Yttrium‐90 microsphere radioembolization https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70465#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Terrance Moretti et al, whose article was selected.

NOTABLE ARTICLE, May 2026 #MedicalPhysics: AAPM Task Group Report 336: Quality assurance for 3D printing in medical imaging and radiation therapy applications https://doi.org/10.1002/mp.70446#MedicalPhysics Please join us in congratulating Shuai Leng et al, whose article was selected.

Start your morning with energy and inspiration! Join #AAPMCOMP2026 attendees Monday July 20th at 6:00 AM for the Annual Meeting 5K, along Vancouver’s Seawall. You can sign up on the Registration platform! And if you've already registered for the meeting, you can go back & add the run (fee applies)

Know a 12–17-year-old interested in medical physics? Join us for the AAPM Med Phyz Wiz Kidz Program where young minds will explore the fascinating world of medical physics ! Register Today: https://ow.ly/K0iv50ZfVGo

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: Deep learning “super resolution” versus iterative reconstruction: Phantom‐based image quality assessment Please join us in congratulating Stephanie M. Leon et al whose article was honored. https://ow.ly/5OOI50ZbRmJ

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: WE‐UNet: A Wavelet‐enhanced U‐Net framework for radiation dose reduction in chest radiography Please join us in congratulating Emil I. Cohen et al whose article was honored. https://ow.ly/TLMZ50ZbRjb

The countdown in on ⌛ Only ONE month until the Joint AAPM | COMP Meeting 2026! Start planning your week and explore the full schedule here: https://ow.ly/mR6f50ZahuV #MedicalPhysics #PhysicistsInMedicine #AAPMCOMP2026

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: Investigation of ion recombination and polarity effects in high dose rate electron beams Please join us in congratulating Ratna Sari Dewi et al whose article was honored. https://aapm.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/acm2.70600

🚨Proposals due July 10!🚨 Have an idea for an important, unsolved problem in medical physics? AAPM's Working Group on Grand Challenges is here to help. Don't miss your chance to drive the field forward. Learn more and download the application: https://www.aapm.org/GrandChallenge/

Science meets imagination. The 2026 Joint AAPM | COMP Art Show is completely digital this year! Celebrate the artistry within our profession and submit your artwork today! Find more information here:https://ow.ly/tTJR50ZcjTw

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: Deriving target exposure indices for common radiography exams based on automatic exposures of flat‐field phantoms Please join us in congratulating Matthew Hoerner et al whose article was honored. https://ow.ly/mrHq50ZbQXv

ICYMI: This issue's highlights include upcoming events (Summer School + Joint AAPM/COMP Meeting), a Women's Professional Subcommittee feature, and several advocacy calls to action for members. https://www.aapm.org/pubs/newsletter/archive/5103.pdf

⏰ Last call, AAPM! Voting in the 2026 election closes tomorrow, June 18 at 11:59 pm ET. Full and Full-Lifetime Members — check your inbox for your ElectionBuddy link and make your voice heard!

This is what 150+ passionate minds in medical physics looks like. The 2026 #AAPM Summer School on Adaptive Radiotherapy is underway! 4 days of hands-on learning, breakthrough ideas, & connections that don't happen over Zoom https://site.aapm.org/summer-school/home#AAPM #AAPMSS #MedicalPhysics

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: Simulated online adaptive radiotherapy on C‐arm linacs: Integrating high resolution cone‐beam CT into abdominal stereotactic body radiation therapy Please join us in congratulating Shiqin Su et al whose article was honored. https://ow.ly/OZop50ZbQSs

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: Dual‐energy CT for proton therapy: Impact of advanced slice‐wise patient‐thickness estimation methods for improved stopping‐power prediction Please join us in congratulating Julian Schwengfelder et al whose article was honored. https://ow.ly/vb6750ZbQGY

NOTABLE ARTICLE: May 2026 #JACMP: FilmQADose: Open‐source software for radiochromic film dosimetry Please join us in congratulating Eduardo Herrera‐Alba et al whose article was honored. https://aapm.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/acm2.70602

ICYMI: At the halfway point of her #AAPM presidency, Robin Miller shares how member conversations, especially with students and newer professionals, continue to inspire her, and encourages participation in the Professional Survey and upcoming AAPM elections.

AAPM is proud to announce this year's awards, achievements, and honors recipients. Their contributions to medical physics represent the best of our field — and we're looking forward to celebrating them at the Awards & Honors Ceremony on July 20 in Vancouver, BC. https://ow.ly/iofS50YW3b5

Today is the last day to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

Full and Full-Lifetime AAPM Members — 10 days left to vote! ✅ The 2026 AAPM election closes June 18 at 11:59 pm ET. Your ElectionBuddy link is in your inbox — check your spam folder if you don't see it.

1 day left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

Full and Full-Lifetime AAPM Members — it's time to vote! 🗳️ The 2026 AAPM election is open through June 18 at 11:59 pm ET. Cast your vote for President-Elect, Secretary, Board Members-at-Large, and Nominating Committee Members. Your personalized ElectionBuddy link is in your inbox!

2 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

3 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

The IHE-RO Technical Committee just wrapped a highly productive meeting in Shanghai — the group’s first in-person gathering in Asia! 🎉 Major progress on SMRT, Online Adaptive RT, and ROTH profiles. Thanks to United Imaging for hosting at their Shanghai HQ. #IHERO #RadOnc

4 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

JACMP is now accepting submissions for a special issue: MR-Linac 2026: Consortium Highlights and Beyond, developed with the MR-Linac Consortium. Deadline: 31 December 2026. https://ow.ly/OZYf50Z7xOO #MRLinac #MedicalPhysics #JACMP

6 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

7 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://ow.ly/MxAO50Z68f0

Full and Full-Lifetime AAPM Members — it's time to vote! 🗳️ The 2026 AAPM election is open through June 18 at 11:59 pm ET. Cast your vote for President-Elect, Secretary, Board Members-at-Large, and Nominating Committee Members. Your personalized ElectionBuddy link is in your inbox!

8 days left to submit your proposal! We’re seeking engaging, innovative proposals across four tracks: - Therapy - Diagnostic -Mammography -Professional Submit your proposal today :https://aapm.confex.com/aapm/2027scm/invited/sessions/index.cgi

At the halfway point of her #AAPM presidency, Robin Miller shares how member conversations, especially with students and newer professionals, continue to inspire her, and encourages participation in the Professional Survey and upcoming AAPM elections.

The clock is ticking! Early bird rates for the 2026 Joint AAPM | COMP Annual Meeting & Exhibition ends tomorrow, May 28th. Secure your spot and your savings now: https://site.aapm.org/annual-meeting/2026-annual-meeting/registration #AAPMCOMP2026