The Academy for Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research established the Coalition for Imaging and Bioengineering Research (CIBR) in 2008 to ensure that the voice of imaging research would be both unified and diverse. The Academy felt that it was critical that it involve all stakeholders of the imaging research community in advocacy and further support the achievement of our mission to enhance patient care through advances in biomedical imaging.

Today, the Academy’s Industry Council, a division within the Academy, is a collaboration among stakeholders of the imaging research community. By joining the Industry Council, you join the many departments, imaging societies, patient advocacy groups, and other industry members who collectively advocate for strong and consistent federal investment in imaging research.

Industry members enjoy several benefits including, but not limited to, having the opportunity to:

• Meet and network with other imaging research advocates, including patients, academic radiologists and imaging researchers, and industry representatives.
• Attend and participate in the Academy’s Medical Imaging Technology Showcase.
• Stay informed on the latest updates on imaging research.
• Receive legislative updates and Capitol Hill news.
• Learn about the National Institutes of Health’s grant opportunities and events.
• Partner with academic radiologists and imaging researchers when submitting a grant application to the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI).
• Participate in CIBR’s grassroots advocacy initiatives on behalf of imaging research.
• Invite an imaging researcher to speak at one of your events.
• Attend meetings on Capitol Hill to advocate for imaging research.

For more information on joining the Academy’s Industry Council, check out our Industry Value Sheet.