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Welcome to Vienna! Radiologists, radiographers, and imaging specialists from around the world gather once more at ECR 2026 to explore the latest advances in their rapidly evolving field. Under the motto "Rays of Knowledge," this year's congress promises fresh insights into AI, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cutting-edge imaging technology. This newsletter offers a first look at some of the most exciting developments – from radiology-pathology collaboration, innovative AI solutions for breast imaging, promising insights into for photon-counting CT and its potential for lung cancer management, time-saving workflow strategies for overburdened radiologists, and much more. Enjoy reading!

Article • AI and interdisciplinary imaging take centre stage in Vienna

ECR 2026 to cast “Rays of Knowledge” on the future of radiology

Few medical specialties evolve as rapidly as radiology. Continuous advances in imaging technology, the integration of artificial intelligence, and growing interdisciplinary collaboration demand that professionals stay at the forefront of knowledge. ...

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Video • "A Small Handle, a Big Impact"

How the get up® Transfer Aid Supports Patients & Staff in Radiology

“A small handle with a big impact.” Radiographers at Rheinland Klinikum Neuss in Germany report measurable physical relief in daily patient transfers thanks to the ceiling-mounted patient transfer aid febromed get up®.

Article • Support for clinicians beyond initial diagnosis

Enhancing breast imaging with AI

Artificial intelligence has a critical role to play in supporting clinicians beyond the initial breast cancer diagnosis. At the European Society of Breast Imaging (EUSOBI) annual scientific meeting in Aberdeen, Scotland, Professor Gerald Lip ...

News • Proof-of-principle study

Ultra low-field MRI shows promise for breast cancer screening

New research shows that using ultra-low field (ULF) MRI for breast imaging could offer an alternative to existing breast cancer screening methods and may reduce barriers to screening.

Sponsored • Advanced imaging solutions

Unlocking the Full Potential of Your Ultra High-Resolution and Photon Counting CT Systems

Today’s advanced CT applications require outstanding spatial resolution for both image quality and workflow. To make the most out of the current detector technology, attention has shifted to utilizing the X-ray source to increase spatial ...

Article • The “invisible” population

Breast screening blind spot: Why transgender patients are falling through the cracks

Transgender patients are largely invisible in breast cancer screening statistics – and many never receive an invitation to participate in screening programmes. Guidelines exist, but awareness among referring physicians remains low. Experts say ...

News • Study shows stage-specific outcomes

Screening increases survival rate – even in advanced breast cancer

Study shows women with stage IV breast cancer detected through screening have a 60% chance of survival ten years after diagnosis – compared to under 20% for those not detected through screening.

Article • Radiology workflow at RSNA 2025

Time-saving tactics for overburdened radiologists (without AI)

Radiologists worldwide are facing mounting workloads, with exam volumes rising and workforce numbers struggling to keep pace. At the RSNA 2025 annual meeting in Chicago, a dedicated session explored how departments can improve efficiency using ...

News • Sharper images, less radiation

Lung cancer management: Photon-counting CT outperforms conventional CT

A study of 200 lung cancer patients shows photon-counting CT cuts radiation by 66% and contrast agent by 27% - while delivering sharper images and better tumor detection than conventional CT.

Article • From ablation to neuromodulation

The new era of functional radiosurgery

Functional brain radiosurgery is an application of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), representing its newest clinical field. It is a precise, non-invasive medical technique using focused ionising radiation to precisely target specific brain ...

News • Two tracers, one target

Dual PET approach for personalized head and neck cancer treatment

Beyond "one-size-fits-all": A new strategy that combines two types of PET scans can guide personalized radiotherapy for head and neck cancers, according to new research.

News • Intraoperative imaging

New iMRI tech to make brain surgery safer, faster and more precise

A new kind of intraoperative MRI (iMRI) can perform functional MRI scans in real time during brain surgery — helping surgeons detect potential complications in as little as seven seconds.

News • 3D/4D visualization method

MRI volume rendering reveals pediatric heart defects in motion

Researchers have developed 3D volume rendering methods for cardiac MRI that display complex structures within the heart and show blood flow. This can guide treatment decisions in pediatric patients.

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Article • Information & insights

EUROPEAN HOSPITAL 1/2026 is out!

The latest issue of EUROPEAN HOSPITAL is here! We cover promising applications of agentic AI in healthcare, latest developments in breast cancer screening and radiotherapy, give a sneak peek at the ECR 2026 congress, and much more. Click here to ...

Article • Radiology equipment

RADBook 2026 – Your Guide to Imaging Technology and Informatics in Europe

Our RADBook gives an overview about the most innovative diagnostic imaging systems for radiologists, cardiologists and managing directors of hospitals in Europe. The print guide is also available as an ePaper. Click here to find out more.

Events

25.03.2026 - 28.03.2026 Barcelona, Spain
EBCC15 - 15th European Breast Cancer Conference
13.05.2026 - 15.05.2026 Leipzig, Germany
RÖKO 2026 - 107. Deutscher Röntgenkongress
15.05.2026 - 19.05.2026 Stockholm, Sweden
ESTRO 2026 (European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology)
28.05.2026 - 30.05.2026 Lausanne, Switzerland
SCR’26 - Swiss Congress of Radiology
11.06.2026 - 14.06.2026 Lublin, Poland
Euroson 2026 - 36th Congress of the European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology
01.10.2026 - 03.10.2026 Maastricht, Netherlands
EUSOBI Annual Scientific Meeting 2026
08.10.2026 - 11.10.2026 Paris, France
JFR 2026 - Journées Francophones de Radiologie
29.11.2026 - 03.12.2026 Chicago, IL, USA
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting
 

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