Member updates
Showcase Your Sustainability Efforts
The environmental impact of medical imaging is an increasingly important issue with significant implications for global health. As radiology departments look for ways to support sustainable, cost-conscious care, the RSNA Environmental Sustainability Committee is launching its new Imaging Sustainability Challenge. The competition was created to advance the adoption and sharing of sustainable practices across radiology.
This inaugural event invites radiology departments, divisions and multidisciplinary teams to submit real-world examples of sustainability initiatives, whether newly implemented or well established. This year’s theme, Aligning Care, Cost and Sustainability, will showcase projects demonstrating how sustainability can support patient care while improving operational efficiency and responsible resource stewardship.
Individuals and teams are encouraged to submit initiatives that summarize their approach, rationale and impact or anticipated impact. Selected efforts may be highlighted through RSNA channels to help elevate practical, scalable solutions and encourage shared learning across the radiology community.
The challenge runs through Sept. 30. Join the challenge today!
2027 Medical Student Task Force
Applications are open for RSNA’s Medical Student Task Force (MSTF), a group of medical students from around the world who are passionate about radiology and committed to expanding student engagement in the specialty.
MSTF members help promote radiology education, mentorship, volunteerism and research while contributing to projects such as the Med Student Pulse newsletter and RSNA annual meeting programming. The task force has helped drive meaningful engagement among medical students, including growth in RSNA medical student membership and annual meeting participation.
Applicants must be RSNA members and enrolled in medical school for the full calendar year. Learn more and apply by Sept. 30. Questions? Contact Robyn Bendle at rbendle@rsna.org.
IHE Advances Imaging Standards Development
Upcoming Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE) initiatives will offer opportunities to follow the development of imaging standards, expand informatics expertise and connect with leaders across imaging and health IT.
IHE Radiology is moving through its 2026–2027 profile development cycle, with final proposal selection expected in September. Radiologists can follow the process and consider participating in future development cycles, public comment periods and committee work.
IHE North American Connectathon Week, taking place Oct. 12–16 in Arlington, VA, will bring together developers, clinicians and interoperability experts to test and validate real-world data exchange solutions. Imaging-related activities are expected to include Image Share and AI tracks, alongside additional testing, networking and collaboration opportunities.
Together, these initiatives support more effective information exchange among imaging systems, reports, electronic health records and emerging AI tools
Put Your Models to the Test
The model submission deadline is approaching for the 2026 RSNA Knee Abnormality Detection AI Challenge, focused on the detection of knee abnormalities using MR images. This is the first RSNA challenge to use both images and radiology report text to train AI models. The dataset includes knee MRI exams from 19 institutions worldwide, paired with corresponding multilingual radiology reports.
Using this combined approach, the challenge will explore the use of multimodal data to train models. It aims to develop tools that can reliably identify and classify abnormalities and support more consistent, timely care.
Learn more and submit your models by Oct. 23. Results will be presented during RSNA 2026.
Build the Foundation for a Career in Radiology Research
Monday, Nov. 30
3 p.m.
McCormick Place
Chicago
Join leading imaging scientists during RSNA 2026 as they share the pivotal moments, challenges and motivations that shaped their careers in radiology research. From influential mentorship to major breakthroughs, the speakers will offer candid advice and practical insights for turning curiosity into meaningful discovery.
The session also introduces the new NIH/RSNA Fundamentals of Radiology Research course, designed to equip the next generation of investigators with essential research principles. Attend to learn how a strong foundation in research can help transform promising ideas into rigorous studies that advance radiologic practice and improve patient care.
Learn more about this session on Meeting Central.
Connect with New Career Opportunities
RSNA helps radiology professionals explore new opportunities and make meaningful career connections. Through Career Connect, RSNA’s online job board, job seekers can browse open positions, upload resumes and receive customized job alerts. Employers can post openings and connect with qualified candidates.
Career connections continue at RSNA 2026, where Recruiters Row in the Technical Exhibits brings job seekers face-to-face with over 75 organizations recruiting for radiology positions and fellowships.
Upgrade Now to Maximize Your RSNA 2026 Experience
It's not too late to upgrade your RSNA membership to make the most of your RSNA 2026 experience. We offer three membership packages—Basic, Standard and Full Access—each designed to meet different needs. Basic and Standard packages include discounted annual meeting registration.
Looking for more? Upgrade to Full Access to get in-person and virtual meeting registration at no additional cost. Plus, gain exclusive entry to the Full Access Lounge at RSNA 2026, where you can pick up your badge, get help at a dedicated information desk, recharge with barista-made coffee and enjoy relaxed seating with complimentary snacks, a self-service coat check and convenient device charging.
The benefits of membership extend well beyond the annual meeting. Full Access and Standard package memberships also come with unlimited access to EdCentral's 650+ CME courses and RSNA Case Collection™
Review our membership packages to ensure you're getting the most value from your RSNA membership and annual meeting experience.