Thomas K. Nishino, Ph.D. 2000, Lehigh University The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center Department of Imaging Physics Contact Information

Research Interests:

• Imaging processing
• Digital radiography/mammography
• Pedagogical methods for improving physics education

My research has been focused on (2-D and 3-D) image processing methods for the extraction of pertinent, clinical data used by radiologists and clinicians to assess anatomy, pathology and physiologic activity in the human body.  My work has touched on multiple imaging modalities with an emphasis on digital mammography, MRI and CT.  Also, I have spent time researching better methods of teaching radiologic physics by utilizing technological aids and devices into the classroom and beyond.

Students will have the opportunity to learn various image processing techniques as they apply to clinical practice.  Also, students will gain a better understanding of digital imaging modalities, the underlying technology and methods of optimizing performance with respect to image quality, radiation dose and patient safety.  Furthermore, current issues and ongoing radiographic projects in the department could serve as topics of interest as well.  Finally, those students with an interest in pedagogy will develop an awareness of the issues that involve the teaching of medical physics, and in the process, formulate new and innovative methods for improving medical physics education and training.

Selected Publications

Program Affiliation:

Program in Medical Physics