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Deadline Approaching: Submit Your AI Challenge Models
There is still time to submit your models for the Intracranial Aneurysm Detection Challenge. Competitors are invited to develop models that detect and localize cerebral saccular aneurysms using CT and MR imaging. By participating, you can help advance automated solutions for accurate and efficient brain aneurysm diagnosis.
Imaging data has been sourced from 18 sites across five continents, with expert annotations provided by more than 60 volunteers.
The challenge has already attracted over 400 participants and more than 2,000 submissions. Top performers will be recognized at an event held in the AI Showcase Theater during RSNA 2025.
The deadline to submit your models is Tuesday, Oct. 14. Winners must submit final deliverables by Monday, Oct. 27. Learn more and submit your models now.
RSNA 2025 Awards and Recipients
RSNA is pleased to recognize the honorees receiving the RSNA Gold Medal, Honorary Member, Outstanding Educator, Outstanding Researcher and Outstanding Community Impact Awards.
See who earned these honors and join us in celebrating them at RSNA 2025.
Become a Peer Reviewer for an RSNA Journal
Contribute your expertise by becoming a peer reviewer for one of RSNA’s prestigious journals. Play a vital role in ensuring the quality, accuracy and clinical relevance of manuscript submissions. Peer reviewers also have the opportunity to earn CME credit. Explore peer review opportunities.
UAB Radiology Names Mossa-Basha Chair
Mahmud Mossa-Basha, MD, has been named chair of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine, effective Nov. 1.
Dr. Mossa-Basha is a neuroradiologist who currently serves as professor of radiology, neurology and neuroscience at the University of Wasington (UW) Medicine in Seattle. He is the Ellsworth C. and Nancy D. Alvord Endowed Chair of Neuro-oncology and the vice-chair of clinical research and clinical transformation, both at UW Medicine.
In 2021, Dr. Mossa-Basha was the recipient of the RSNA Honored Educator Award and currently serves on the R&E Foundation Board of Trustees.
Contessa Named Chair
Joseph Contessa, MD, PhD, has been named chair of radiation oncology for Rutgers Cancer Institute and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, both in New Brunswick, and Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark. He will also serve as associate director for translational research at Rutgers Cancer Institute.
Dr. Contessa is a radiation oncologist who previously served as professor of therapeutic radiology and co-leader of the Yale Cancer Center Radiobiology and Genome Integrity Research Program, in New Haven, CT, where he also served as vice chair for basic science research in therapeutic radiology.
Whitlow Appointed Chair
Christopher Whitlow, MD, PhD, MHA, has been appointed chair of the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging and assistant dean for translational research at the Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, CT. He will also serve as chief of radiology at Yale New Haven Hospital and radiologist-in-chief across the Yale New Haven Health System, effective Oct. 20.
Currently, Dr. Whitlow serves as the Isador Meschan Distinguished Professor of Radiology and enterprise chair of radiology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC.
He was president of the American Society of Functional Neuroradiology from 2023 to 2024.
In Memoriam: Leonard Berlin, MD
An extraordinary scholar and mentor, Leonard Berlin, MD, died on Sept. 3 in Norridge, IL. He was 90.
Dr. Berlin was professor emeritus of radiology at Rush Medical College and the University of Illinois College of Medicine, both in Chicago.
Over the course of more than 55 years practicing radiology, Dr. Berlin emerged as a prominent authority on the intersection of medicine and malpractice. He authored nearly 450 articles, many of which explored cases and trends in medical malpractice lawsuits.
A past president of the Chicago Radiological Society, Dr. Berlin demonstrated a strong commitment to organized radiology. His involvement with RSNA included service as chair, co-chair or member of several committees. He was a dedicated supporter of the R&E Foundation.
Over the years, Dr. Berlin frequently served as a moderator or faculty member at RSNA annual meetings, where he was especially known for hosting memorable mock trial sessions. At RSNA 2012, he delivered a 22-minute poem about disclosing medical errors to patients.
Upgrade Now: Maximize Your RSNA 2025 Experience
It’s not too late to upgrade your membership to make the most of your RSNA 2025 experience.
We offer three membership packages—Basic, Standard and Full Access—each designed to meet different needs. Our Basic and Standard membership packages unlock discounted annual meeting registration.
Looking for more? Upgrade to our Full Access package to get in-person and virtual meeting registration at no additional cost. You’ll also gain exclusive entry to the Full Access Membership Lounge at RSNA 2025 where you can:
• Pick up your meeting badge.
• Get help at a dedicated information desk.
• Recharge with free coffee drinks made to order by your barista.
• Enjoy relaxed seating with complimentary snacks, a self-service coat check, workstations and convenient device charging.
Review the full list of available benefits and pricing to ensure you’re getting the most value from your RSNA membership and annual meeting experience.
Visit Meeting Central for more information about RSNA 2025: Imaging the Individual.