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  • The inaugural SRS-Africa meeting convened virtually on October 15, 2021.
  • The meeting aimed to assess the current state of radiopharmaceutical sciences across the African continent.
  • Data from participant registration and a pre-meeting survey provided insights into qualifications, workforce, facilities, and research.

Discussion:

  • Key topics included an overview of ongoing radiopharmaceutical research in Africa.
  • The discussion highlighted existing gaps in infrastructure, resources, and expertise.
  • Challenges faced by African nations in advancing radiopharmaceutical sciences were thoroughly examined.

Key Insights:

  • Significant variations exist in radiopharmaceutical capabilities across different African countries.
  • There is a need for enhanced collaboration and resource sharing to overcome common challenges.
  • Local opportunities for growth in radionuclide and radiopharmaceutical utilization were identified.

Outlook:

  • The report emphasizes the potential for developing indigenous radiopharmaceutical production and research.
  • Future efforts should focus on capacity building, training, and addressing identified resource limitations.
  • Strengthening radiopharmaceutical sciences in Africa is crucial for improving diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine services.