SNMMI NEWS
- July 1, 2019 —
This Month in JNM
In July JNM: A discussion between Susanne Schaffert and Ken Herrmann … featured articles: immuno-PET imaging of solid tumors; a first-in-human phase I study of CTT1057 in prostate cancer … State of the Art—theranostics in neuroendocrine neoplasms … Hot Topic—imaging of CAR T-cells in cancer patients … Special Contribution—procedure standard for somatostatin receptor-based PRRT with 177Lu-DOTATATE … Continuing Education—advanced imaging in cardiac sarcoidosis … and more. (SNMMI News) - June 27, 2019 —
Influence of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine Jumps 25 Percent
The Journal of Nuclear Medicine again ranks among the top five medical imaging journals in the world. JNM continues to lead among nuclear medicine journals, with the highest impact factor (7.354), the highest immediacy index, the highest number of citations, the highest 5-year impact factor, the highest number of citable articles, and the highest influence score. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
SNMMI Image of the Year: Novel Radiotracer Detects 28 Cancer Types, Paving the Way for Development of New Therapies
Each year, the SNMMI chooses an image that best exemplifies the most promising advances in the field of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. This year the honor goes to a team of researchers at University Hospital Heidelberg, Germany. Showcasing the efficacy of the FAPI radiotracer, the image demonstrates the uptake of the FAPI in 12 epidemiological tumor entities, including high uptake values in lung, breast, prostate, esophageal and pancreatic cancer. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Announces 2019 Fellows
The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging recognized 13 new SNMMI Fellows on Monday, June 24, during the Monday plenary session at the society’s 2019 Annual Meeting, held June 22-25 in Anaheim, California. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
Radionuclide Therapy Effective in High-Grade Neuroendocrine Neoplasms
Peptide receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) has been shown to be safe and effective for patients with grade 3 (G3) neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs), according to research presented at SNMMI's 2019 Annual Meeting. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
Molecular Imaging Suggests Smokers May Have Impaired Neuroimmune Function
Research presented at the 2019 Annual Meeting of the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNM MI) shows preliminary evidence that tobacco smokers may have reduced neuroimmune function compared with nonsmokers. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
Ultrasmall Nanoclusters and Carbon Quantum Dots Show Promise for Treating Acute Kidney Injury
Two research studies offer hope for effective treatment and prevention on acute kidney injury. (Press Releases) - June 25, 2019 —
New Combination Therapy Established as Safe and Effective for Prostate Cancer
A novel therapy using two targeted treatments for prostate cancer has been shown to maximize efficacy while reducing side effects. (Press Releases)
CONTINUING EDUCATION
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July 16, 2019
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Studies show progress in blood tests for Alzheimer's disease
- Increased social engagement may benefit seniors at risk for Alzheimer's
- Study links severe hypoglycemia to CV, cognitive risk in diabetes
- Diabetes, underweight increase risk of dementia, study finds
- Biden Cancer Initiative pauses due to presidential campaign
- Biden unveils health care plan that he says would strengthen ACA
- N.Y. health system implements single EHR platform
- Increased social engagement may benefit seniors at risk for Alzheimer's
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