Championing Women & Minorities Health: The Power of Patient Advocacy

This session will explore the critical role of patient advocacy and inclusion in shaping the preclinical and clinical molecular imaging/theranostics research landscape. We will delve into the significance of patient-orientated research approaches, the value of engagement with diverse patient perspectives, and strategies for building effective research teams from a funding agency perspective.

Learning Objectives:

• To educate attendees about patient advocacy and the importance of including diverse patient perspectives in biomedical preclinical and clinical research.
• To understand how researchers can effectively engage with patient advocates.
• To share strategies for building effective research teams from a funding agency perspective.