Frequently Asked Questions
The Connecticut Chapter of the AAPM (CAMPS) is a regional chapter of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine. The main purposes of CAMPS are:
- To promote the application of physics to medicine and biology.
- To prepare and distribute technical information in medical physics and related fields.
- To work collaboratively with AAPM and other chapters for the betterment of medical physics and related fields.
- Networking: CAMPS conducts three weekday afternoon/evening meetings per year (winter, spring/summer, and fall) that offer opportunities for professional networking with others interested in medical physics in the Connecticut area, as well with the sponsoring companies.
- Exchange Information/Experience: Through scientific and professional gatherings during the CAMPS annual meetings.
- Contribute: Full members have the right to hold elective office, the right to vote, and the right to sit on committees.
The state of Connecticut and surrounding areas.
For questions about meeting agendas and details, or to request a talk, please email info@camps-aapm.org
Send us an email at info@camps-aapm.org. This will reach all the chapter officers and the appropriate person will respond.
If you are interested in joining CAMPS, please visit our How to Join page.
For questions about meeting agendas and details, or to request a talk, please email: info@camps-aapm.org
New officers are elected each year! If you are interested in applying for a position please visit this page.
If you are interested in becoming more involved in CAMPS, you can:
- Apply to become a chapter officer (see “How do I become an officer?” above)
- Email info@camps-aapm.org to volunteer as a non-officer to assist with chapter events and other chapter work
Most members pay their dues online during their AAPM membership renewal period. If you would like to pay your CAMPS dues, click here.
The chapter conducts three weekday afternoon/evening meetings per year (winter, spring/summer, and fall).
Please visit the Events page for more information
Abstract submissions are accepted for the early career investigator symposium, held at our fall meeting. Watch for information on our Fall Meeting 2025 page.
Useful links
American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM)
International Commission on Radiobiological Protection (ICRP)
National Council on Radiation Protection & Measurements (NCRP)
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, Medicine
United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR)