01 September 2026
The British Institute of Radiology (BIR) has signed a new three-year collaboration agreement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), strengthening international cooperation in radiology, nuclear medicine, medical physics and radiation oncology.
The Practical Arrangements agreement establishes a framework for joint activities aimed at improving education, training, research, quality management and global access to safe, high-quality imaging and cancer care services.
The agreement will support collaboration across a wide range of areas, including the development of technical and educational resources, the exchange of expertise and best practice, research and training initiatives, and quality management activities.
A key focus of the collaboration will be supporting capacity building in low and middle-income countries including support the IAEA's flagship Rays of Hope initiative, which aims to expand access to cancer care worldwide, including through the development of Anchor Centres that strengthen regional cancer care capabilities.
Claire Angus, CEO of the BIR, said: "We are delighted to formalise our collaboration with the IAEA through this new agreement. Both organisations share a commitment to improving patient outcomes through excellence in radiology, radiation oncology, nuclear medicine and medical physics. By combining our expertise, educational resources and international networks, we can support healthcare professionals worldwide and help improve access to high-quality imaging and cancer care, particularly in countries where such services remain limited."
The agreement reflects the BIR's ongoing commitment to international collaboration and knowledge sharing, ensuring healthcare professionals across the world have access to the education, evidence and expertise needed to deliver safe, effective and equitable patient care.
“The IAEA supports countries to prevent, diagnose and treat non-communicable diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disorders using radiation medicine and nuclear techniques,” said May Abdel-Wahab, Director of the IAEA Division of Human Health. “Through our new partnership with the British Institute of Radiology, we are taking concrete steps to address global disparities in diagnostic imaging, improve quality standards, and empower health professionals worldwide to deliver safe, effective and equitable cancer care.”
Notes to Editors
About The British Institute of Radiology
The British Institute of Radiology is an international membership organisation for everyone working in imaging, radiation oncology and the underlying sciences.
Our aims are to:
- support the work of our members and their colleagues to achieve professional excellence
- provide continuing professional development for our multidisciplinary community
- publish cutting-edge research for our authors and readers across the world
- influence and connect with the wider professional sector.
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For information about this release please contact:
Jineta Trivedi
Communications Manager
The British Institute of Radiology
Audrey House
Ely Place
London EC1N 6SN
Tel. 020 3668 2224 jineta.trivedi@bir.org.uk www.bir.org.uk
