Thirty years of dynamic progress for the Department of Medicine of the University of Thessaly

Developments in biomedical imaging over the past two decades have contributed to some of the most important achievements in biomedical science and healthcare worldwide and this trend continues at a rapid pace. Due to its ever-increasing dependence on technological developments, biomedical imaging is a rapidly evolving scientific field in topics ranging from basic sciences to engineering and medical applications, with the ultimate goal of optimizing medical procedures for the benefit of patients.

New innovative imaging technologies are constantly being developed, making the monitoring and understanding of these techniques a demanding process even for the specialized doctors of the relevant specialties such as: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Radiotherapy, etc. Fatal, There is a relative lack of basic knowledge in other fields of medicine and other fields of biomedical research, both in terms of operating principles and in terms of safety and radiation protection, which creates an increased need for training in the basic principles of Biomedical Imaging and Radiation Protection.

The MPS was created in accordance with the new European Regulation on radiation protection in imaging operations approved on 12 May 2017 and is strictly enforced throughout Europe (Council Directive Euratom BSS). This revised law reflects the growing necessity and importance of radiation protection in medical applications but also in many areas of life, representing the current state of science.

The relevant radiation protection regulations included in the MPS have as their main objective the protection of the health of individuals, in case of occupational exposure, medical exposure and exposure of the public to dangers arising from ionizing radiation. A similar emphasis is given to the protection of health professionals, the population and the environment from artificially produced non-ionizing radiation .

In addition, the proposed MSc, based on the most up-to-date bibliographic data, will equip students from all scientific fields with detailed knowledge of advanced imaging techniques, machine learning techniques and artificial intelligence , which provide new knowledge at the cellular, functional and molecular level. and the procedures and the necessary radiation protection principles for the excellent interdisciplinary cooperation that will ensure the protection of patients, medical staff and the general public, ensuring the good and safe operation of imaging systems.

Special emphasis will be given to the understanding of the use of digital tools in a scientific context and the excellent skills of scientific writing, so that the MSc "Principles of Biomedical Imaging and Radiation Protection" is highly research- oriented and facilitates the natural continuation of doctoral studies.

The student of the MPS "Natural Principles of Biomedical Imaging and Radiation Protection" will gain knowledge and understanding of :

The basic principles of operation of biomedical imaging from plain X-ray, X-ray, invasive radiology and computed tomography (CT), in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging applications (scintigraphy, SPECT, PET), but also non-ionizing, magnetic resonance imaging, laser electron microscopy, etc.
Introduction to advanced imaging techniques and cutting-edge technology.
The use of image analysis tools and processing of imaging biomarkers with advanced techniques of machine learning and artificial intelligence.
The dangers of using radiation to hospital staff and patients.
Radiation handling for medical reasons safely for staff and patients, accident prevention and management.
The legal framework governing the use of radiation.
An additional goal is to ensure the quality of radiological operations (patient - staff - machinery - space) through the faithful observance of radiation protection rules.