CLIC prototype on which the electron FLASH design is based

Views of Compact Linear Collider (CLIC) prototype, accelerating structures and components in the high-accelerating gradient test area. CERN and the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV), in Switzerland, are collaborating to develop the conceptual design of an innovative radiotherapy facility, used for cancer treatment. The facility will capitalise on CERN breakthrough accelerator technology applied to a technique called FLASH radiotherapy, which delivers high-energy electrons to treat tumours. The result is a cutting-edge form of cancer treatment, highly targeted and capable of reaching deep into the patient’s body, with less side-effects. The first phase of the study reaches conclusion in September.