Under the patronage of the President of the University of Mosul, Professor Dr. Waheed Mahmoud Al-Ibrahimi, and under the supervision of the Dean of the College of Science, Professor Dr. Hiyam Adel Ibrahim, the Department of Medical Physics organized a continuing education course entitled “A General Introduction to PET/CT Imaging” on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Seminar Hall of the Department of Medical Physics.

The course was conducted by:

• Lecturer Shaimaa Talal Attallah
• Assistant Lecturer Aya Azad Rashid

The course aimed to enhance scientific understanding of medical imaging technologies used in hospitals, particularly Computed Tomography (CT Scan) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan), while highlighting the integration of both modalities in modern PET/CT imaging systems.

The program included a detailed explanation of the differences between the two imaging techniques in terms of operating principles and clinical applications. It also covered the fundamental principles of computed tomography, including image contrast, spatial resolution, and the physical basis of CT imaging. In addition, participants were introduced to the Hounsfield Unit (HU) scale, image formation mechanisms, and their role in disease diagnosis.

Furthermore, the course addressed the principles of PET imaging, focusing on the use of radioactive tracers and the detection of cellular metabolic activity. Participants were also introduced to the concept of radiotracer uptake and the interpretation of the Standardized Uptake Value (SUV), which is widely used in tumor evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment-response monitoring.

This course forms part of the department’s efforts to support continuing education programs and strengthen both the practical and theoretical aspects of medical imaging technologies, thereby contributing to the development of participants’ scientific and professional skills.

Government Media and Communication Division

Wednesday, February 25, 2026