A European network for nuclear medicine and radiotherapy: EMIR

Authors: Jehenson, P.¹; Lewington, V.²; Fallais, C.³; Lartigau, E.⁴; Guidez, J.⁵

Source: Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry, Volume 257, Number 1, July 2003 , pp. 247-248(2)

Publisher: Springer

Abstract:

Nuclear medicine and radiotherapy make a vital contribution to the diagnosis and treatment of major disease. This role is likely to expand with new developments including availability of new medical isotopes. A European network (EMIR) was initiated in 2001 by the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission, to identify and solve difficulties that constrain nuclear medicine and radiotherapy development in Europe and facilitate closer interdisciplinary collaboration. Participating organisations include the main European associations of medical radiation specialists, radiopharmaceutical/radioisotope producers, nuclear research reactor institutions, research organizations and the JRC. The steering committee established task groups focusing on eight key areas for development. Liaison with non-European organizations will be encouraged.

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: 1: EMIR Network Manager, European Commission, ITU, JRC-Karlsruhe P.O. Box 2340, 76125 Karlsruhe, Germany 2: Chairperson of EMIR; representing EANM (European Association of Nuclear Medicine). Nuclear Medicine Department, Southampton University Hospitals NHS Trust Tremona Road, Southampton SO16 6YD, U.K. 3: Vice-chairman of EMIR; former Secretary of AIPES (Association of Imaging Producers and Equipment Suppliers) Avenue du Nord de Gilly, 218, B-6220 Fleurus, Belgium 4: Vice-chairman of EMIR; representing ESTRO (European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology). Centre Oscar Lambret, Département de Radiothérapie B.P. 307, 59020 Lille Cedex, France 5: Representative of the Operating Agent of EMIR. European Commission, IE, JRC-Petten P.O. Box 2, The Netherlands

Publication date: 2003-07-01

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