ESTRO Annual Report 2020

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The ESTROCancer Foundation (ECF) received a grant in 2020 and launched a new research initiative to identify and address barriers that impede access to radiotherapy. I would like to conclude with a heartfelt thank you to the ESTRO community. None of these achievements would have been possible without the continuous support of: our members; the Board, councils and committees; the faculties of the ESTRO School; the corporate partners; and the other organisations that we collaborate with. Finally a big thank you goes to the whole ESTRO staff, who, under these difficult circumstances, were able to adapt quickly, overcome problems and work on new ways for the future. Together we are stronger and ready to build on these changes for the future, in line with the ESTRO Vision: ‘Radiation oncology. Optimal health for all, together’.

The mission of ESTRO, a non-profit, scientific organisation, shall be to foster, in all its aspects, radiotherapy (also known as radiation oncology), clinical oncology and related subjects, including physics as applied to radiotherapy, radiation technology and radiobiology. Develop and promote standards of education in radiotherapy and clinical oncology Promote standards of practice in radiotherapy, clinical oncology and related subjects Stimulate the exchange of scientific knowledge in all related fields Strengthen the clinical specialty of radiotherapy and clinical oncology in relation to other specialties and professions involved in cancer management Encourage co-operation with international, regional and national societies and bodies representing radiotherapy, clinical oncology and related subjects Facilitate research and development in radiotherapy, clinical oncology and related subject To fulfil its mission ESTRO will:

Editorial

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Best wishes, Ben Slotman ESTRO President (2020 – 2022)

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