Neutron capture therapy (NCT) uses neutrons, which are subatomic particles, to target and destroy cancer cells. A patient is given a special drug, called a neutron capture agent, which is designed to selectively gather in cancer cells. The patient is then exposed to a beam of neutrons. When the neutrons come into contact with the capture agent in the cancer cells, a nuclear reaction occurs. This nuclear reaction releases high-energy alpha particles and lithium ions, which can damage and destroy the cancer cells. Normal, healthy cells are less affected because they don't have as much of the capture agent. The goal of neutron capture therapy is to concentrate the destructive power in the tumour while sparing the surrounding healthy tissue as much as possible. It's a type of targeted therapy, aiming to minimise damage to normal cells and reduce side effects compared to other forms of cancer treatment.

The Norwegian Society for Neutron Capture Therapy (NSNCT) is a multidisciplinary, non-profit, and professional association dedicated to advancing Neutron Capture Therapy (NCT) as both a cancer treatment procedure and a tool for managing specific diseases. NSNCT's purpose is to help promote and develop NCT in various scientific areas, including synthetic and analytical chemistry, neutron source technology, medical physics and biophysics, radiobiology, and the clinical applications of NCT. NSNCT actively fosters communication and collaboration among scientists and individuals worldwide who are engaged in NCT-related activities. NSNCT also facilitates disseminating accurate scientific information about NCT, raising awareness of research findings, establishing connections with other professional societies and relevant international organisations, and undertaking other initiatives as deemed appropriate to advance the field.

International Society for Neutron Capture Therapy (ISNCT)
Japanese Society of Neutron Capture Therapy (JSNCT)
Taiwan Society of Neutron Capture Therapy (TSNCT)
German Society of Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (DGBNCT)

If you wish to become a member, please contact the secretariat. e-mail : post@nsnct.org

20th International Congress on Neutron Capture Therapy. 24-28 June 2024. Kraków, Poland.

Asia-Oceania Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG-AO) Conference and International Summit of Taiwan's Particle Therapy (ISTPT). 24-26 November 2023. Taiwan.

Publication of “Advances in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy” by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) (2023).