12/08/2026
🔎 Highlighted Paper in Computation
pyMKM: An Open-Source Python Package for Microdosimetric Kinetic Model Calculation in Research and Clinical Applications
👥 Authors: Giuseppe Magro, Vittoria Pavanello, Yihan Jia, Loïc Grevillot, Lars Glimelius, and Andrea Mairani
pyMKM brings advanced radiobiological modeling closer to everyday particle therapy research. This open-source Python package enables transparent and reproducible calculations based on the Microdosimetric Kinetic Model and its extensions, supporting applications from RBE estimation and microdosimetry to biologically guided treatment planning. By combining validation, flexibility, and accessibility, pyMKM aims to turn complex radiobiological models into practical tools for the research and clinical communities.
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https://www.mdpi.com/2079-3197/13/11/264