18th International Symposium on Radiopharmaceutical Sciences (ISRS)

The SRS will be hosting the 18th International Symposium on Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry (ISRC) July 12-16, 2009, in Edmonton, Canada. Edmonton offers an energetic scene for everyone to enjoy. The SRS meeting is designed not only to bring a high level of educational opportunities to meeting attendees, but also to provide an environment of unlimited networking opportunities. More information regarding the Scientific Program and Exhibitor information will be posted in September. For more information, contact: Jennifer Mills Program Coordinator Society of Radiopharmaceutical Sciences Reston, VA Phone (703) 652-6790 jmills@snm.org

Radiopharmaceutical Sciences Courses Offered by the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta offers seven courses in Radiopharmaceutical Sciences that cover basic principles of radiation and radioactive compounds, the application of radionuclides in medical diagnosis, isotope tracer methodology, activation analysis, short-lived radiopharmaceuticals, a seminar course in current topics, and the opportunity to work with faculty members on special research techniques in bionucleonics or radiopharmacy. For a complete description of the courses, Click Here. For more information, contact: Steve McQuarrie, PhD Director, Cyclotron Operations Centre for Biological Imaging and Adaptive Radiotherapy Cross Cancer Institute Edmonton, AB Phone (780) 989-4311 or (780) 492-2905 smcquarr@ualberta.ca

Postgraduate Certificate Course in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry/Radiopharmacy

Postgraduate Certificate Course in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry/Radiopharmacy The postgraduate certificate course in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry/Radiopharmacy is run by the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (ETH Zurich, Switzerland) in conjunction with the Faculty of Pharmacy (University of Ljubljana, Slovenia) and the Institute of Pharmacy (University of Leipzig, Germany). The central coordination office is located in Zurich (postgraduate@pharma.ethz.ch). This postgraduate certificate course is a complete training course leading to the radiopharmaceutical chemist/radiopharmacist qualification. The course contents follow the guidelines of the European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) and are recognized by the EANM. Postgraduate Certificate Course in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry/Radiopharmacy *Module I, Pharmacy I and Legislation* Summer 2009 in Ljubljana (2 weeks) *Module II, Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry* Winter 2010 in Zurich, Switzerland (2 weeks) *Module III, Pharmacy II and Nuclear Medicine* Summer 2010 in Leipzig, Germany (2 weeks) Exam after each module. For more information, please visit: www.radiochem.pharma.ethz.ch **

Graduate Course in Biomedical Sciences for Chemistry, Physics and Biology Graduates

MRes in Bioimaging Sciences Imperial College, London, UK Bioimaging Science has played a vital role in improving human life. The development of a wide range of imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron emission tomography (PET), ultrasound and optical imaging are important tools for the early detection of disease, understanding basic molecular aspects of living organisms, and the evaluation of medical treatment. This course will cover the fundamentals of modern imaging methodologies—including their techniques and application within medicine and the pharmaceutical industry, along with the chemistry behind imaging agents and biomarkers. For more information: Click Here.

Masters package in "Radiopharmaceutics and PET Radiochemistry"

Kings College, University of London, UK, will offer a new Masters package, "Radiopharmaceutics and PET Radiochemistry," to train graduate chemists and pharmacists for employment and research in the radiochemistry/radiopharmacy associated with nuclear medicine and PET. The course will be available for full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years) students. Studentships, including a full stipend, will be available to suitably qualified candidates. For further information contact either: Dr Phil Blower: P.J.Blower@kent.ac.uk or Dr Tony Theobald Anthony.Theobald@kcl.ac.uk

2-Year Program for Graduates of Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, etc.

Aachen University of Applied Sciences Juelich Campus is offering a 2-year program for graduates of chemistry, physics, biology, biomedical engineering etc. focusing on nuclear techniques in biomedical sciences. After basic nuclear science, the second year covers radionuclide production, labeling and radiopharmaceutical chemistry, radiation safety, nuclear imaging, radiation therapy, etc. Deadline for applications is Nov. 15. for non-German applicants Deadline for German applicants is Dec. 15 Further information and application forms are available from www.juelich.fh-aachen.de/masters and from: Prof. Dr. Ulrich W. Scherer Nuclear and Radiochemistry Aachen University of Applied Sciences Ginsterweg 1 52428 Jülich Germany