MRI Community

Join Our Community
At CORE GIfMI, we believe that building a strong, connected community - from local to international levels - helps researchers reach their goals. As a central hub with an extensive network, we connect researchers with shared interests, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Explore how to join our local CORE GIfMI Community and discover the growing network of global MRI communities we are connected to.
Contact our Community Manager
- Patricia Clement
- +32 9 332 13 30
- patricia.clement@uzgent.be
CORE GIfMI Community

CORE GIfMI Newsletter
Our newsletter provides updates from the CORE GIfMI staff to all users. It is a one-way communication channel and is sent a few times per year.
Note:
- UGent users must enable VPN to access the newsletter.
- External users can subscribe by emailing the Support Engineer.

CORE GIfMI Microsoft Teams
Join the Microsoft Teams space to connect, share ideas, ask questions, and collaborate. This is a community-driven platform, with input from all members. The CORE GIfMI OPS Team can join discussions when needed.
Note:
- Project-specific questions? Contact the OPS Team directly.
- Non-UGent email? Email the Support Engineer to join.

CORE GIfMI WhatsApp Group
A quick way for users to share scan slots and updates is to join the WhatsApp group. The OPS Team is not included.
National and International MRI Communities
| MaRBEL | Belgian MRI Research Community | A Belgian network connecting MRI researchers, clinicians, and technologists for collaboration and knowledge exchange. |
| YBMRS | Young Belgian MRI Researchers Symposium | Annual symposium giving young Belgian MRI researchers a platform for presentations, tutorials, and networking. |
| ESMRMB | European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology | A European society promoting education, research, and collaboration in MRI and MR spectroscopy. |
| ISMRM Benelux Chapter | International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine – Benelux Chapter | Regional chapter of ISMRM, organizing local meetings and education activities. |
| ISMRM | International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine | The leading worldwide professional society for MRI, hosting the annual ISMRM meeting and specialized study groups. |
| ISMRT Benelux Chapter | International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists – Benelux Chapter | Regional network for radiographers and technologists in MRI, providing education and professional exchange. |
| ISMAR | International Society of Magnetic Resonance | Focuses on the fundamentals of magnetic resonance, including NMR, EPR, and MRI physics. |
| ESR | European Society of Radiology | Pan-European radiology society; organizes the annual ECR congress with a strong MRI component. |
| RSNA | Radiological Society of North America | Large multidisciplinary radiology society (including MRI) known for its annual RSNA meeting, the largest radiology congress worldwide. |