Networking Events 2026

Opening Reception and Poster Session 1

Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

Join us for the Opening Reception and Poster Session and kick off WMIC 2026 in style. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while connecting with colleagues, exploring exhibitor booths, and discovering the latest science. Set within the exhibit hall, this lively session brings together innovation, conversation, and community from the very start. Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your week at WMIC by building the connections that drive discovery to impact.

Interest Group Pub Crawl

Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

Embark on a unique networking adventure at the annual WMIC Pub Crawl in Salt Lake City. Directly following the Opening Reception, connect with Interest Group leadership and fellow attendees as you explore a curated selection of local pubs and experience the city’s vibrant downtown scene. Salt Lake City offers a welcoming and lively nightlife, and this is your chance to experience it while building meaningful connections within the WMIS community.

Please note that a valid government-issued ID is required and will be checked for entry into all establishments.

WMIC 2027 Happy Hour

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Join us for the WMIC 2027 Happy Hour as we come together to celebrate the WMIS community and look ahead to what’s next. This informal gathering offers a chance to connect with colleagues, reflect on the week, and build momentum for the year to come. Raise a glass with friends and peers as we set the stage for WMIC 2027.

WIMIN Art Auction & Awards Ceremony

Thursday, September 10, 2026

The WIMIN Art Auction is an engaging evening of community, creativity, and connection. This social fundraising event features unique, member-sourced items and supports WIMIN initiatives for the year ahead. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments while participating in a lively, interactive auction and celebrating the annual WIMIN Awards reciepients. All proceeds from the WIMIN portion of the auction directly support programs that advance and empower women in molecular imaging.

Young Scientists' Breakfast

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Start your day at the Young Scientists’ Breakfast, where early-career researchers come together to connect, learn, and build community. Engage with peers and leaders across academia and industry, gain insights into career development, and form connections that can shape your path forward. This welcoming, informal setting is designed to spark conversation and support the next generation of molecular imaging scientists.

WMIC 2026 Gala

Friday, September 11, 2026

Join us at The Depot for an unforgettable close to WMIC 2026. Located just steps from the Salt Palace, this iconic venue sets the stage for an evening of drinks, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Connect with colleagues, celebrate the week’s discoveries, and experience a high-energy finale to the meeting.

Address: 13 N 400 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. 6-minute walk from the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center

Tickets: Tickets for the Gala can be purchased online when you register for the Congress. If you have already registered for WMIC, you can go back and add a Gala ticket to your existing registration. Guest passes are also available for purchase. Tickets are $50 USD each, and $25 USD for students.

Dress code: Come as you are!

Please click here to be directed to our registration site, where you can log in and purchase Gala tickets as well as register for WMIC.

We look forward to seeing you in Salt Lake City!