In this project we develop new methods for motion compensation and gating in PET/CT imaging and radiotherapy. Our approach is based on measuring motions from multiple locations in the upper body using several highly sensitive inertial measurement units, and on fusing this information with that obtained from the PET/CT scanners.
With more accurate motion measurements available for PET/CT imaging, multiple gains can be achieved. Improving the quality of PET/CT images in both cardiology and oncology is beneficial for standard uptake value quantification and image quality, resulting to more accurate diagnosis and treatment decisions.