Radiology Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging (RNM)

Section Information

Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Medical Imaging focuses on the techniques, technologies, and clinical applications used to visualize anatomical structures, physiological processes, and molecular activity within the body. It includes diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional imaging methods that support medical decision-making, disease detection, monitoring, and treatment planning.

Modern research in this field spans X-ray and CT imaging, MRI, ultrasound, PET, SPECT, hybrid imaging systems, contrast agents, interventional radiology, quantitative imaging biomarkers, radiomics, and AI-driven image analysis. Advances in detector technology, image reconstruction, radiation dose reduction, multimodal integration, and machine learning continue to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care.

This section publishes clinical studies, technological innovations, methodological developments, reviews, and translational research addressing imaging physics, clinical imaging workflows, image-guided therapy, and emerging applications that improve diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic outcomes.

Scope

X-ray, CT, and Radiographic Imaging
- Conventional radiography, fluoroscopy, and digital X-ray systems
- Computed tomography (CT), spectral CT, and dose-optimized imaging
- Image reconstruction algorithms and artifact reduction
- Clinical applications in trauma, oncology, cardiology, and emergency care
MRI and Advanced Magnetic Resonance Techniques
- Structural, functional, and diffusion MRI
- MR spectroscopy, perfusion imaging, and quantitative MRI
- High-field and ultra-high-field imaging
- Sequence development, contrast mechanisms, and motion correction
Ultrasound and Elastography
- Diagnostic sonography and Doppler imaging
- Elastography for tissue stiffness assessment
- 3D/4D ultrasound and contrast-enhanced ultrasound
- Applications in obstetrics, cardiology, oncology, and emergency medicine
Nuclear Medicine: PET, SPECT, and Molecular Imaging
- PET and SPECT imaging of metabolic, functional, and molecular pathways
- Radiotracers for oncology, neurology, cardiology, and immunology
- Quantitative imaging methods and kinetic modeling
- Hybrid systems such as PET/CT, PET/MRI, and SPECT/CT
Interventional Radiology and Image-Guided Therapy
- Minimally invasive procedures using CT, ultrasound, or fluoroscopy guidance
- Vascular and nonvascular interventions
- Thermal ablation, embolization, and targeted therapy delivery
- Device innovations and workflow optimization
Image Processing, Radiomics, and Artificial Intelligence
- Segmentation, registration, denoising, and enhancement
- Radiomic feature extraction and quantitative biomarkers
- Deep learning for detection, classification, and prediction
- Decision-support tools and automated imaging workflows
Contrast Agents and Molecular Imaging Probes
- Development of MRI, CT, PET, and ultrasound contrast agents
- Targeted probes for molecular and cellular imaging
- Pharmacokinetics, safety, and biocompatibility
- Theranostic agents for combined diagnosis and therapy
Safety, Quality Assurance, and Clinical Practice
- Radiation dose monitoring and safety protocols
- Quality control, accreditation, and clinical workflow management
- Ethical considerations and patient-centered imaging
- Training, standardization, and best practices in radiology