AAPM Committee Tree

To advance the understanding and implementation of FLASH radiotherapy through collaborative research, standardization efforts, and educational initiatives that bridge the gap between physics and biology.:

1. Knowledge Gap Identification
   1. Map current understanding of FLASH effect mechanisms
   2. Catalog biological endpoints requiring further investigation
   3. Review existing clinical translation barriers
2. Research Hypothesis Generation and Investigation
   1. Develop testable hypotheses regarding FLASH mechanisms and FLASH outcome modeling
   2. Determine the necessary equipment and processes to prove these hypotheses
   3. Design and investigate experiments to validate biological effects
   4. Formulate strategies for clinical implementation
3. Knowledge Dissemination and community education
   1. Regular publication of:
      1. Scientific reports
      2. White papers
      3. Review articles
   2. Webinar series featuring:
      1. Research updates
      2. Expert panels
      3. Annual symposium organization
4. Regular Review Process
   1. Quarterly progress evaluations
   2. Annual objective reassessment
   3. Biannual stakeholder feedback collection
   4. Continuous improvement implementation