Open Call for Readers: International Multi-Reader Study on Synthetic MRI for Spine Imaging
We are inviting radiologists worldwide to participate in one of the largest international reader studies evaluating the diagnostic performance of synthetic MRI for spine imaging.
The study aims to assess the performance of generative models developed in our lab for the synthesis of MRI, deciding whether synthetic MRI can provide diagnostic performance comparable to conventional MRI across a range of spinal pathologies.
Who can participate?
We welcome:
Board-certified radiologists with the following subspecialties:
Neuroradiology
Musculoskeletal radiology
Radiology fellows within these subspecialties are also welcome.
Participants from all countries and institutions are encouraged to join.
About the study
Synthetic MRI has the potential to substantially reduce MRI acquisition times while maintaining diagnostic quality. Before widespread clinical implementation, rigorous international validation by expert radiologists is essential.
This multi-reader study brings together radiologists from around the world to provide independent evaluations of synthetic and conventional spine MRI examinations using standardized assessment criteria.
What will participants do?
Participants will independently review 100 anonymized spine MRI examinations using a dedicated web-based viewing platform.
For each examination, readers will answer a series of predefined diagnostic questions regarding image quality and imaging findings.
100 MRI examinations
Approximately 5–10 minutes per examination
Estimated total time: 8–16 hours
Start date 15 July - Deadline 15 August
Why participate?
All readers who complete the FULL study will:
Contribute to one of the first large-scale international validation studies of synthetic MRI for spine imaging.
Help shape the future clinical adoption of AI-generated medical imaging.
Be included as co-authors on the resulting scientific publication.
Interested in participating?
If you would like to participate please declare your interest by completing this form:
For more information:
Despina Staraki, MSc
Artificial Intelligence and Translational Imaging Lab
School of Medicine, University of Crete
Email: med12p1170053@med.uoc.gr
We would greatly appreciate if you could also share this invitation within your department, institution, or professional society to help us build a truly international consortium of readers.
We look forward to your participation in this collaborative effort to advance the future of MRI.