Fetal radiation shield for pregnant patients receiving radiation therapy
Project Overview
When a pregnant woman needs to undergo radiation therapy, there is a need to protect the fetus from the radiation. This requires the use of shields made out of heavy materials like lead. Our goal is to create such a shield that is mobile, compatible with various treatment techniques and machines, and is safe for both the woman and the fetus.
Team Picture
Files
- PDS (February 24, 2018)
- 301 - Excellence - 42 - Fetal Radiation Shield - Executive Summary (April 20, 2018)
- Preliminary Presentation (May 2, 2018)
- Preliminary Report (May 2, 2018)
- FRS 301 Final Poster (April 26, 2018)
Contact Information
Team Members
- Janae Lynch - Team Leader
- Lauren Heinrich - Communicator
- Emily Knott - BSAC
- Maura McDonagh - BWIG & BPAG
Advisor and Client
- Prof. Beth Meyerand - Advisor
- Prof. Zac Labby - Client
Related Projects
- Spring 2019: Fetal radiation shield for pregnant patients receiving radiation therapy
- Fall 2018: Fetal radiation shield for pregnant patients receiving radiation therapy
- Spring 2018: Fetal radiation shield for pregnant patients receiving radiation therapy
- Fall 2017: Fetal radiation shield for pregnant patients receiving radiation therapy