ACRF Image X Institute

We’re working to revolutionise radiation therapy for cancer patients

Radiation therapy is a cornerstone of cancer treatment. Our research is at the cutting edge of cancer imaging and radiation therapy technologies. By improving our ability to see cancer, we can target it more accurately and treat it more effectively.

About us

Researchers at the ACRF Image X Institute come from an array of fields including medical physics, software engineering, applied mathematics and engineering. The expertise of our multidisciplinary team drives our discoveries from the laboratory into clinical practice.

Based in 3 state-of-the-art research facilities across the Sydney region, we collaborate with industry partners, hospitals and research institutions around the world.

Our research

We’re working towards three main objectives:

Revolutionise cancer imaging
Pioneer functionally targeted radiation therapy
Enable global access to radiation therapy

Research highlights

300+ publications in high impact journals
$25M+ support for current projects
6 clinical world-firsts in research discovery and technology
25 commercial research and development projects
13 active clinical trials
25+ issued and filed patents
3 start-up companies
Tumour tracking reshapes the future of cancer treatment

Get involved

If you’re seeking a challenge in cutting edge research, we want to hear from you. We accept expressions of interest year-round, with regular opportunities for students, researchers and visitors.