Phase-contrast imaging techniques address the issue of poor soft-tissue contrast
encountered in traditional X-ray imaging. This can be accomplished with the propagation …

Objective. Differentiation of breast tissues is challenging in X-ray imaging because tissues
might share similar or even the same linear attenuation coefficients μ. Spectral computed …

Microwave ablation (MWA) represents one of the most powerful tools in cancer treatment.
This therapeutic modality process is governed by the temperature and absorbed dose of …

Rationale and objectives Breast cancer represents the leading cause of death from cancer
in women worldwide. Early detection of breast tumours improves the prognosis and survival …

Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer which originates from melanocytes. The
diagnosis of melanoma occurs through histological examination, which is a destructive and …

This doctoral thesis embarks on a comprehensive journey of exploring the potential of
spectral X-ray imaging in medicine, employing advanced techniques and cutting-edge …

A new method is developed for 3D reconstruction of multimaterial objects using propagation-
based x-ray phase-contrast tomography (PB-CT) with phase retrieval via contrast-transfer …

Breast cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer among women worldwide, with an
alarmingly rising prevalence. X-ray breast imaging techniques allow to assess the breast …