Unmet Clinical Needs Challenge


Do you encounter challenges in MRI that current solutions just don’t fully address? Here’s your chance to collaborate with top researchers to find innovative solutions to the MRI issues impacting your practice.

We’re launching the Unmet Clinical Needs Challenge, a unique opportunity to pitch real-world MRI problems directly to researchers who can work toward developing solutions. Your insights and first hand experiences are essential in driving meaningful, practical advancements that can make a difference for patients and practitioners alike.

 Here’s How to Participate:

  • Submit Your MRI Challenge: Share a specific problem you face in clinical MRI that currently lacks an effective solution. This could be anything from imaging limitations to issues with workflow, accessibility, or diagnostic precision. (max 400 words). Submit before December 24 (23:59 CET)
  • Pitch It Live: Present your unmet clinical need on a poster. Selected winner will present live at the 2025 meeting (max 5 min), detailing the impact a solution could have and inspiring the research community to take action
  • See Results: Researchers will take these challenges forward, developing innovative solutions to present at the 2026 meeting
  • Award of max 750 euro for either ISMRM or ESMRMB awaits the winner

By pitching your unmet needs, you can help shape the future of MRI—one solution at a time. Let’s make clinical MRI better, together!

Submission criteria:

The applicant must have at least a Bachelor’s degree as of January 17, 2025
Submissions (max 400 words) and presentations should include:

  • Statement: Define the problem and the target population/group
  • Measurable goal: Describe a specific and quantifiable goal for success
  • Current vs. goal capabilities: Highlight the gap between existing capabilities and desired outcomes
  • Must-have features: list essential features needed for solution
  • Name your file Firstname_LastName_UnmetNeed.docx. Max size of the file: 10 MB

Deadline: 24th December (23:59 CET)


    For all questions concerning abstracts and submission, please contact us at
    challenge@ismrm-benelux.org