Dear AuntMinnie Member,
WASHINGTON - A brain PET image that demonstrates the growing understanding of the relationship between mind and body grabbed Image of the Year honors at this week's SNM meeting.
In an annual ritual for SNM attendees, Dr. Henry Wagner yesterday announced his pick for the prestigious honor. The image in question, collected by researchers from Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY, demonstrates varying uptake of a PET radiotracer in men who had been measured for aggressive tendencies. See the image for yourself in our Molecular Imaging Digital Community, or by clicking here.
In another story from the meeting, staff writer Wayne Forrest describes the SNM's ongoing efforts to remake itself in preparation for challenges to come. The society has a new look, a new logo, and a new mission -- to move molecular imaging and therapy forward while continuing to support nuclear medicine. Read all about the new direction by clicking here.
A new algorithm for applying computer-aided detection (CAD) techniques to PET images is featured in an article available by clicking here. The researchers, from CAD luminary institution the University of Chicago, discuss their development of an algorithm that produced a sensitivity of almost 94% with less than one false positive per scan.
Look for these stories, and ongoing coverage of the SNM conference, by visiting our Molecular Imaging Digital Community, at molecular.auntminnie.com.
Finally, Radiological Associates of Sacramento (RAS) has filed suit against Minneapolis-based UnitedHealthcare, accusing the insurer of breach of contract for cutting payments for scans of contiguous body parts. Get the details by clicking here.
