Speed of Light - The ASTRO Foundation

Meet Speed of Light – The ASTRO Foundation! A new look for a powerful mission. Speed of Light will: -Accelerate high-impact science -Expand trusted patient resources -Strengthen the radiation oncology workforce Join us at SpeedofLightFoundation.org

Now available on the #ASTRO26 website: Add the ASTRO 2026 Industry-Expert Theatres (IETs) directly to your schedule! Don't miss your opportunity to learn about the latest product and service innovations in radiation oncology. Start planning now: ow.ly/AbKM50Zrr53

August 1, 2026, is #WorldLungCancerDay. Today, we raise awareness and show our support to those affected with lung cancer. Learn more about treating lung cancer with radiation therapy by visiting ow.ly/VS7G50Zv40e @LungAssociation @LUNGevity @GO2forLungCancr @ASTRO_org

Begin #ASTRO26 in style at ASTRO’s all-new Welcome Kickoff! Join us Saturday evening, Sept. 26, at the iconic Citizens House of Blues Boston for a celebration for both newcomers and seasoned members of the ASTRO community. Tickets include all-access entry, a live band, plentiful hors d’oeuvres, and two drink tickets. Add a ticket to your ASTRO 2026 registration today! Register by August 13 to save: ow.ly/3n7J50ZavtV

Register now for the 2026 Foundation 5k at #ASTRO26! A huge shoutout to our current Top 5 Teams for bringing the energy and supporting Speed of Light - The ASTRO Foundation. 👏 Every step and every dollar raised helps advance cancer research and support the science that improves patient care. 💙 Ready to see your team on the next leaderboard update? register now: ow.ly/Gplo50Zv39l @DukeRadOnc @MountSinaiNYC @MSKCancerCenter @MassGenBrigham @MayoClinic

Hear from ASTRO President @NehaVapiwala, MD, FASTRO, to learn what's in store for the #ASTRO26 Presidential Symposium! Join us in Boston from Sept. 26-30, 2026, for ASTRO's 68th Annual Meeting — the event of the year for the #radonc community. In the video below, Dr. Vapiwala previews the four thought-provoking sessions featured in this year's Presidential Symposium. Don't miss your chance to save, advanced registration ends Aug. 13: astro.org/meetings-and-e…

📢 New in this week's ASTROgram: ⭐ ASTRO announces 2026 election results ⭐ Celebrate excellence at the Gold Medal Gala ⭐ Connect on site at ASTRO 2026 with Mentor Connect ⭐ Lace up your shoes for the Foundation 5K to benefit Speed of Light - The ASTRO Foundation ⭐ New On Target Podcast: Brachytherapy 🔗 ow.ly/iaWN50ZuEpZ

ASTRO announces 2026 election results: Congratulations to our newly elected members of ASTRO’s Board of Directors and Nominating Committee members. Terms officially begin on September 29, 2026, at the ASTRO Annual Meeting. Read the news release: ow.ly/BHyB50Zup4G @BethEri81895034 @ken4englewood @DrJohnSuh @carmenbergom

July 27 is #WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay, dedicated to raising awareness of Head & Neck cancers. Learn more about how Radiation Therapy is used to treat Head & Neck cancers at ow.ly/Ykrn50Ztr7B @hncalliance @oralcancerfnd @spohnc_1

Apply now for the ASTRO Radiation Oncology Resident Fellowship: Proposals due TODAY - Monday, July 27 The 2026 ASTRO Resident Fellowship program provides a radiation oncology resident (PGY-3 or later) with funding for a mentored research project and a one-year, remote assignment working part-time with AstraZeneca colleagues. This program is supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/1lJX50Z2qgV @AstraZeneca @ARRO_org @ASTRO_org

📍 Join us in Boston or virtually for ASTRO 2026, September 26–30! ⏰Registration and housing are open: save when you register by August 13. We can’t wait to see you at ASTRO’s 68th Annual Meeting! #ASTRO2026 Secure your spot: ow.ly/6ltu50Zi9Ea

Available for FREE access in the #RedJournal: "Highly Variable, Complex, and Contextual: The Business of Radiation Oncology Practice," a commentary from ASTRO CEO Vivek S. Kavadi, MD. MBA, FASTRO, ASTRO President @NehaVapiwala, MD, FASTRO, and ASTRO Board Chair @SameerKeoleMD, FASTRO. Co-published in @ASCO's JCO Oncology Practice (@JCOOP_ASCO) Read it now: ow.ly/sSP450Zs0Ms @JCO_ASCO

New for ASTRO 2026: ASTRO's inaugural Gold Medal Gala! Open to all ASTRO 2026 attendees, the cherished Gold Medal Dinner evolves into the Gold Medal Gala, a premier black-tie celebration honoring this year’s Gold Medal Award Recipients and the inaugural Corporate Partnership Award. Tickets are available for purchase as an add-on during #ASTRO26 registration, with proceeds benefiting the science and research of @SpeedofLightFdn. Learn more & register now: ow.ly/SLeG50ZrYYE

Apply now for the ASTRO Radiation Oncology Resident Fellowship: Proposals due Monday, July 27 The 2026 ASTRO Resident Fellowship program provides a radiation oncology resident (PGY-3 or later) with funding for a mentored research project and a one-year, remote assignment working part-time with AstraZeneca colleagues. This program is supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/1lJX50Z2qgV @AstraZeneca @ARRO_org @ASTRO_org

Find the latest updates on #ASTROAdvocacy efforts by reading What's Happening in Washington: 🏛️Doc Caucuses introduce Patients First Act; ASTRO advocates for ROCR inclusion - July 22 🏛️ASTRO releases Active Motion Management Model Policy to support members - July 22 🏛️CMS proposes changes for 2027 Quality Payment Program - July 22 🏛️ASTRO hosts congressional lunch briefing - July 15 🏛️MPFS 2027 Proposed Rule: Strong gains for treatment delivery codes tempered by other cuts - July 14 Read it now: ow.ly/QYGa50ZrV8N

NEW in the ASTRO President's Corner: A conversation with New York Times reporter Simar Bajaj ASTRO President @NehaVapiwala, MD, FASTRO, speaks with @SimarSBajaj, an award-winning New York Times journalist who will begin medical school at Stanford University this August. Watch on YouTube: ow.ly/Yq3m50Zrv4F Watch on ASTRO's website: ow.ly/hjvS50Zrv4G

Now available on the #ASTRO26 website: Add the ASTRO 2026 Industry-Expert Theatres (IETs) directly to your schedule! Don't miss your opportunity to learn about the latest product and service innovations in radiation oncology. Start planning now: ow.ly/AbKM50Zrr53

Check out the Features in the Summer 2026 issue of ASTROnews: ⚡Charged Participles Part 1: Preemptive Action ⚡Charged Participles Part 2: Character in Crisis Management 📱Whither, or maybe Wither, Social Media and Radiation Oncology? 🌎World Radiotherapy Awareness Day: Building on the Campaign’s First Year 📢Translating the Value of Radiotherapy for Different Audiences 🎬A Case Study on Media Training Read it now: ow.ly/5jB450Zqbz7

Just 1 week left! Apply now for the ASTRO Radiation Oncology Resident Fellowship: Proposals due Monday, July 27 The 2026 ASTRO Resident Fellowship program provides a radiation oncology resident (PGY-3 or later) with funding for a mentored research project and a one-year, remote assignment working part-time with AstraZeneca colleagues. This program is supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/1lJX50Z2qgV @AstraZeneca @ARRO_org @ASTRO_org

Today, July 17, is #InternationalBrachytherapyAwarenessDay. Thank you to the #brachytherapy community for your contributions to improving cancer care every day. Find information about this highly targeted treatment with patient resources from Speed of Light – The ASTRO Foundation. Learn more: ow.ly/aIpF50ZoUrI #interventionalradiotherapy #RadiationOncology #brachy #MedPhys

ICYMI: On July 14, ASTRO hosted a congressional lunch briefing in conjunction with House Cancer Caucus leadership. The event brought together congressional staff, policymakers, physicians and radiation oncology stakeholders to discuss key issues affecting cancer care. Read about it in What's Happening in Washington: ow.ly/tBPh50ZnT9p @RepBrianFitz @RepDebDingell @SameerKeoleMD @sfuldnasso @CancerAdvocacy