Abstract: Winter School: Translational In Vivo Imaging
The Winter School on "Translational In Vivo Imaging" is scheduled to take place from February 17 to 19, 2025, at the Medical University of Vienna. This event, organized by Claudia Kuntner-Hannes, Ines Lopez Martinez, Thomas Wanek, and Thomas Helbich aims to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of various imaging techniques and therapeutic applications in a preclinical setting.
The first day will focus on animal models of osteosarcoma and the ethical considerations surrounding animal experiments, along with insights into fundamentals of imaging techniques, radiotracers, contrast agents, and artificial intelligence applications.
Day two continues with a comprehensive exploration of advanced imaging modalities, including Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), and Computed Tomography (CT), along with discussions on translation errors and image analysis.
The final day includes sessions on optical imaging and ultrasound, followed by a focus on radiation therapy and microscopy techniques. The program culminates in a visit to the Preclinical Imaging laboratories, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience and insights into current research practices in the field.
This winter school presents a unique opportunity for professionals and students to enhance their knowledge and skills in preclinical imaging research.
Keywords: Translational In Vivo Imaging, Osteosarcoma, Ethical Considerations, Imaging Techniques, Radiotracers, Contrast Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Computed Tomography (CT), Optical Imaging, Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Microscopy Techniques, Research Practice.
Program
Winter school: Translational In Vivo Imaging
Date: 17.-19.02.2025
Organisation committee: Claudia Kuntner-Hannes, Ines Lopez Martinez, Thomas Wanek, Thomas Helbich
Location: Medical University of Vienna, HSZ der MedUniWien (AKH) E07_KR8
Day 1, 17.02.2025
09:00 – 10:30 Animal models of osteosarcoma, Javier Munoz (ICO cancer center, Nantes) Rad/Nuk
10:30 – 11:00 COFFEE BREAK
11:00 – 12:00 Ethics, principles, and sustainability: animal experiments Marion Bankstahl (VetMed Vienna) Rad/Nuk
Fundamentals of (pre)clinical imaging techniques and therapeutics:
12:00 – 13:00 LUNCH BREAK
13:00 – 14:00 Radiotracers: small molecules, Severin Mairinger (MedUni Vienna) Nuk
14:00 – 15:00 Radiotracers: radiometals, I. Lopez Martinez (MedUni Vienna) Nuk
15:00 – 15:30 COFFEE BREAK
15:30 – 16:30 Contrast agents for (pre)clinical Imaging, I. Pashkunova (MedUni Vienna) Rad
16:30 – 17:30 AI application in imaging, R. Licandro (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
Day 2, 18.02.2025
Fundamentals of (pre)clinical imaging techniques and therapeutics:
09:00 – 10:00 Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), M. Krrsak (MedUni Vienna) Rad
10:00 – 11:00 Positron-emission-tomography (PET) - clinic, Ivo Rausch (MedUni Vienna) Nuk
11:00 – 11:30 COFFEE BREAK
11:30 – 12:00 Positron-emission-tomography (PET) - preclinic, Claudia Kuntner-Hannes (MedUni Vienna) Nuk
12:00 – 12:40 Single-photon-emission computed-tomography (SPECT), Claudia Kuntner-Hannes (MedUni Vienna) Nuk
12:40 – 13:40 LUNCH BREAK
13:40 – 14:30 Errors in translation, Theresa Balber (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
14:00 – 15:00 Computed tomography (CT), Johann Hummel (MedUni Vienna) Rad
15:00 – 15:30 COFFEE BREAK
15:30 – 16:30 Image analysis, Thomas Wanek (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
Day 3, 19.02.2025
09:00 – 10:00 Optical imaging, R. Haindl (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
10:00 – 11:00 Ultrasound, P. Pokreisz (MedUni Vienna) Rad
11:00 – 11:30 COFFEE BREAK
11:30 – 12:30 Radiation therapy, G. Heilemann (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
12:30 – 13:30 LUNCH BREAK
13:30 – 14:30 Microscopy techniques, K. Elsayad (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
14:30 – 17:00 Visit to Preclinical Imaging laboratories (MedUni Vienna) Rad/Nuk
Registration
Please register at: mic@meduniwien.ac.at