ESR and IAEA extend diagnostic imaging cooperation

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the European Society of Radiology (ESR) have extended their practical arrangements on cooperation in the area of diagnostic imaging, including hybrid imaging, until 2026. The practical arrangements were signed for the first time in February 2017. By elevating the organisations’ long-standing relationship to a more formal level, the agreement opened up new opportunities in supporting global efforts in the field of medical imaging and was renewed in 2020.

“The good cooperation that has developed between the IAEA and the European Society of Radiology under our first practical arrangement provides a solid foundation for further collaboration to build global capacity in diagnostic imaging, particularly in low and middle income countries,” said IAEA deputy director general and head of the department of nuclear sciences and applications Najat Mokhtar. “I look forward to intensifying and expanding this valuable and dynamic relationship.”

The agreement focuses on education and building capacity in the field of diagnostic imaging, including hybrid imaging, engaging not only radiologists but a wider audience that includes referring physicians.

ESR chair Professor Adrian Brady stated: “Thanks to our reach and strong educational programme, and the IAEA’s expertise and status as an international authority, we will be able to support an even wider audience in training and capacity building.”

Picture: IAEA deputy director general and head of the department of nuclear sciences and applications Najat Mokhtar and ESR chair Professor Adrian Brady.

Published on page 5 of the December 2023 issue of RAD Magazine.