The Toward Quantitative Imaging (TQI) group, with representatives from other societies, government agencies, the pharmaceutical industry, device manufacturers, academic radiologists, physicists and radiation oncologists, evolved from discussions in the fall of 2007 related to several areas where RSNA could facilitate the transmission of information, education, and implementation of quantitative imaging into clinical radiology.

The focus of the TQI group is advancing and promoting quantitative imaging and imaging biomarkers as part of the future of radiologic practice. Part of this multi-pronged effort is educating practicing radiologists about strategies for and the importance of augmenting subjective image interpretation with quantitative measures.  A July 2008 workshop studied the issues, problems and opportunities presented to the RSNA, its leadership and the imaging community as the awareness and utilization of quantitative imaging increases. A list of Action Items developed at the workshop has guided the work of the Toward Quantitative Imaging group.

For the 2009 RSNA Annual Meeting and Scientific Assembly, the TQI group has developed a demonstration showcase, Toward Quantitative Imaging: The Reading Room of the Future.