From the ASFNR22 President-Elect and Program Chair
Haris Sair, MD

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We are at a mini-milestone of a decade and a half! Please join me for the 15th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Functional Neuroradiology (ASFNR) from August 27 -30th, 2022 at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii.

From a society that initially focused primarily on blood oxygen level-dependent functional brain imaging, the ASFNR has continued to evolve and now encompasses a broad range of advanced neuroimaging, now focusing on cutting-edge brain imaging technology and research and their translational use.

The Annual Meeting accordingly will be an excellent venue for an in-depth, comprehensive update on advanced neuroimaging that will appeal to a broad audience, including neuroradiologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, physicians, neuropsychiatrists and psychologists, cognitive neuroscientists, biomedical engineers, clinical and research fellows, residents, doctoral and post-doctoral students, and radiology technologists.

We have expanded the meeting to take place over 4 days, to ensure adequate time for networking, supplemental programming, and of course for attendees to enjoy exploring the beautiful island of Maui.

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Highlights of this year’s program include:

• Dedicated discussion sessions at the end of each session with lecturers and expert panelists available to answer questions and offer expert insight into the topic presented

• Sessions on functional MRI, diffusion MRI, MEG

• Artificial intelligence in neuroradiology

• Clinical applications of PET/MRI

• Clinically focused sessions on advanced imaging in stroke and vascular imaging, dementia, epilepsy, brain tumors, head and neck, psychiatric imaging, and pediatric imaging

• Cutting edge sessions on perfusion imaging, metabolic imaging, focused ultrasound, accelerated imaging, and molecular imaging

• Specific programming for trainees, as well as networking events and a diversity gala

• Pre-meeting BOLD and AI workshops, as well as member-initiated workshops

 

Maui, known as the “Valley Isle” and voted “Best Island in the U.S.” by Conde Nast Traveler readers for more than 20 years, provides a stunning backdrop to the extensive exchange of knowledge that will occur during the meeting. Lay on the beach, and let your brain digest that knowledge under the shimmering sun. Ride a bike through the sweeping valleys of the island while contemplating the next big idea for brain imaging. Come enjoy a cerebral and physical experience you will not forget.

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Aloha - I look forward to seeing you in Maui in August!