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Fundamentals of Radiology Research

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The Fundamentals of Radiology Research course offers an introduction to the essential principles of clinical research within the radiology specialty. Delivered online at no cost, the curriculum is designed to build both foundational knowledge and practical skills. Key topics include regulatory considerations, trial design and statistics, collaborations, plus guidance on grants and patents. This course is ideal for radiology trainees and professionals seeking to strengthen skills in clinical research.

Through a collaboration with the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), participants in this course will have the opportunity to earn free continuing medical education (CME) credit. RSNA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  

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Register *11/23/2026 – 11/22/2029 (12PM US ET)
Course Access * 11/23/2026 – 11/22/2029 (12PM US ET)
Deadline to claim CME credit11/22/2029

*  Access to the course portal may be limited/closed during maintenance periods.

 

Course Objectives

  1. Describe regulatory requirements relevant to radiology research, including IND and IDE considerations
  2. Design basic radiology clinical research studies by developing research questions, selecting study designs and endpoints, and applying introductory statistical concepts
  3. Develop collaborative partnerships and multidisciplinary perspectives unique to radiology research
  4. Improve grant application practices to compete for radiology research funding opportunities

General Information

  • This online course is offered for a period of 3 years at no cost. After registering, participants may begin their study immediately. Please note that the course portal may not be available during maintenance periods.
  • The course consists of 20 pre-recorded lectures divided into 5 modules.
  • The course concludes with an online multiple-choice final exam. Registered Participants who achieve a score of 70% or higher will receive a certificate of completion.
  • Course participants will have the opportunity to earn free CME at no cost through a collaboration with RSNA. Additional information about CME eligibility, requirements, and instructions for claiming credit will be available in the course portal for registered participants.

 

Collaboration

We are pleased to collaborate with RSNA to support the Fundamentals of Radiology Research course and offer CME for course participants. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing radiology research education and supporting the professional development of investigators across the field. By bringing together complementary expertise and educational resources, this partnership aims to strengthen learners’ knowledge and skills in order to advance high-quality imaging research.

Course Directors

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Peter L. Choyke, M.D.
Dr. Choyke is a course director of the Fundamentals of Radiology Research course, and he is also a Senior Investigator and Chief of the Molecular Imaging Branch (MIB) of the National Cancer Institute.
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Ahmed Gharib
Ahmed M. Gharib, M.D.
Dr. Gharib serves as the Program Director of the Office of Clinical Research Education and Collaboration Outreach (OCRECO) in the Office of Intramural Research. He is also a Senior Investigator in the Biomedical & Metabolic Imaging Branch of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).