Will Morton

Molecular Imaging
New immuno-PET tracer shows promise in lung cancer
Molecular imaging can provide whole-body visualization and quantitative assessment of PD-L1 expression.
August 18, 2026
PET/CT and CT scan composite showing multiple lesions marked with colored arrows, including histopathology and immunohistochemistry analysis for cancer diagnosis
Digital X-Ray
AI fracture detection device validated across three European hospitals
No differences in AI performance were observed across centers, and AI assistance was associated with higher reader sensitivity.
August 18, 2026
Wrist X-ray comparison showing AI-enhanced fracture detection with highlighted bone break in lower left image
Digital X-Ray
AI system cuts DEXA turnaround time, improves reports
Median report creation and turnaround times dropped to under one minute.
August 14, 2026
Doctor presenting holographic bone density scan technology in medical setting
Digital X-Ray
DEXA reveals tea consumption supports bone health
Moderate-frequency tea consumption was associated with better bone mineral status and more favorable longitudinal changes.
August 12, 2026
Clear glass cup of yellow-green tea with fresh mint leaves on white background
CT
Stepped reminders boost CT lung cancer screening
Trial findings directly address the current lack of effective lung cancer screening interventions.
August 11, 2026
Anatomical comparison of healthy pink lung and diseased dark lung with visible blood vessels and respiratory system
Practice Management
Patient-friendly radiology reports improve family comprehension
Terminology in radiology reports can be difficult for patients and families to comprehend.
August 5, 2026
Healthcare professionals guide a young child into an MRI scanner during a medical imaging procedure.
Interventional
CT-selected thrombectomy shows 1-year benefit in large-core stroke
Notably, the TESLA trial used a noncontrast CT (NCCT)-alone patient selection protocol.
August 3, 2026
3D medical illustration of human brain with highlighted neural activity and blood vessels in profile view against blue background
Molecular Imaging
PET/MRI detects arterial inflammation in prostate cancer patients
Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is widely used in advanced prostate cancer, yet is associated with increased cardiovascular events such as stroke and heart attacks.
July 31, 2026
Medical imaging comparison showing baseline and post-treatment PET/MR and MR scans of major cardiovascular vessels and anatomical structures.
CT
Nongated CT scans can predict heart disease risk
Subjects with moderate and severe CAC scores on nongated CT had significantly higher risk of coronary heart disease risk.
July 30, 2026
Glowing anatomical illustration of human heart with coronary arteries on blue background
CT
CT radiation doses have fallen sharply over past decade
The largest reductions appeared in chest examinations with contrast material, where diagnostic reference levels fell 31%.
July 28, 2026
Comparative bar charts showing achievable dose and diagnostic reference levels for medical procedures between 2025 projections and 2014 baseline data.
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Medical CT scan visualization showing coronal, sagittal, and axial views with 3D organ segmentation including kidney, liver, aorta, and tumor models.
Augmented/Virtual Reality
VR boosts accuracy, confidence for evaluating abdominal neuroblastoma
Compared with CT, VR helps surgeons more with anatomical assessment in abdominal neuroblastoma.
3D medical illustration of shoulder joint pain with glowing red inflammation on skeletal anatomy
MRI
MRI shows features of scapular pain in patients
Healthcare professional demonstrating breast biopsy procedure with circular target icon and medical text on purple background
Womens Imaging
CEM-guided biopsy effective for sampling suspicious breast findings
Digital illustration of an AI face with blue light and binary code representing artificial intelligence and technology
Digital X-Ray
Radiologists, LLMs fail at spotting AI-generated chest x-rays
Aunt Minnie radiology logo featuring smiling woman in purple diamond frame with website text
Minnies
Meet the Minnies 2026 semifinalist candidates
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Making AI matter at the point of care
By Kelly Londy
In a new column, Kelly Londy of GE HealthCare describes what's needed to unlock the benefits of AI in radiology.
September 30, 2026
Professional headshot of a smiling woman with auburn hair wearing dark clothing against an urban background
ASTRO: Incoming president talks 2026 highlights, previews next year
By Will Morton
Next year's theme in Chicago, IL, is "The Full Spectrum: From Discovery to Delivery, Expanding What's Possible."
September 30, 2026
Woman in gold patterned jacket speaking at ASTRO event podium with colorful logo displayed on screen
ASTRO: Radiosurgery may extend survival for SCLC with brain metastases
By Erik L. Ridley
Patients receiving SRS lived almost 18 months after treatment.
September 29, 2026
ASTRO cancer care facility entrance sign with blue dimensional letters and purple planter with white and yellow flowers
Video from ASTRO: How is the RPT boom impacting radiation oncology?
By Will Morton
The boom in radiopharmaceutical therapy (RPT) driven by theranostics is having a significant impact on radiation oncology.
September 29, 2026
ASTRO cancer care organization sign with blue letters and lavender base decorated with white and yellow flowers
Cardiac MRI-derived metrics predict adverse cardiac disease outcomes
By Erik L. Ridley
Diastolic function markers from cardiac MRI yielded incremental value over clinical risk factors and traditional imaging markers.
September 29, 2026
Glowing red anatomical illustration of a human heart with visible coronary arteries and internal chambers on dark background
Bosniak predicts renal cancer with unfavorable histologic features
By Amerigo Allegretto
The 2019 version of the Bosniak risk classification system can predict cancer in cystic renal masses with unfavorable histology.
September 29, 2026
Four abdominal CT scan images with arrows indicating anatomical features for medical diagnosis
ASTRO: Radiosurgery reduces suicidal ideation in major depressive disorder
By Will Morton
Before treatment, 14 of the 20 patients (70%) reported suicidal thoughts, while after treatment, one patient (5%) did.
September 29, 2026
Professional presenter at ASTRO conference podium delivering research presentation with laptop and display screen
ASTRO: Psychotherapy after cancer diagnosis tied to lower mortality
By Will Morton
Patients with depression had an 11% higher risk of cancer-specific mortality compared with those without it.
September 28, 2026
2026 ASTRO Annual Meeting promotional graphic featuring stylized numbers and Boston skyline illustration on dark background
EHR data may miss women eligible for lung cancer screening
By Amerigo Allegretto
Smoking history may be underestimated in over one-third of lung cancer screening-eligible women identified by self-reporting.
September 28, 2026
Middle-aged woman in light blue shirt sitting on gray couch with hand on chest
ASTRO: 10-year outcomes support hypofractionated radiotherapy in breast cancer
By Will Morton
While hypofractionated radiotherapy is well established for whole-breast irradiation after breast-conserving surgery, there is little long-term data on its use post-mastectomy.
September 28, 2026
Speaker presenting at ASTRO's 68th Annual Meeting plenary session with panelists seated at table
ASTRO: Few patients adhere to long-term hormone therapy after lumpectomy
By Erik L. Ridley
The results provide real-world context for treatment approaches that consider omitting radiation therapy after lumpectomy.
September 28, 2026
ASTRO cancer care facility signage with blue letters, green accents, and pink base decorated with white and yellow flowers
ASTRO: Fractionated radiosurgery lessens brain metastases recurrence
By Amerigo Allegretto
Focused radiation therapy over three to five sessions after surgery for a large brain metastasis reduced recurrence risk.
September 28, 2026
ASTRO cancer care organization entrance sign with blue dimensional letters and purple base decorated with white and yellow flowers
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