Toronto, ON – August 6, 2025 – The Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council (CNIC) is proud to recognize The Michener Institute of Education at the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s only academic institution devoted exclusively to applied health sciences education, as a new academic partner, building on UHN’s existing membership within the Council. Michener’s focus on nuclear medicine education and isotope-related training directly supports CNIC’s mission to advance Canada’s leadership in isotope innovation, supply, and clinical application.
Through its joint program with the University of Toronto, graduates of the Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging steam of the Medical Radiation Sciences (MRS) program are conferred with a Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Sciences degree from the University of Toronto and an Advanced Diploma in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technology from the Michener Institute. This rigorous program combines academic instruction with in-depth, hands-on training in radiopharmacy labs and clinical settings. Students engage directly with leading imaging modalities such as PET/CT and SPECT/CT, preparing them for careers in Canada’s evolving nuclear medicine sector. The program also provides foundational skills in the handling and application of radiopharmaceuticals, reinforcing the safe and effective use of isotopes in patient care.
In addition to full-time academic programming, Michener supports upskilling and professional development through continuing education courses such as Nuclear Theranostics. This online course deepens technologists’ understanding of targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy, patient dosimetry, and personalized medicine approaches for conditions such as neuroendocrine tumors and prostate cancer. These offerings contribute directly to workforce capacity in nuclear medicine and help ensure Canada has the skilled professionals required to translate isotope production into clinical impact.
“A strong isotope ecosystem depends on more than production, it requires people,” said James Scongack, Chair of the CNIC. “By investing in the next generation of nuclear medicine professionals, the joint University of Toronto and Michener MRS program is helping ensure that Canada’s leadership in isotope innovation is matched by the clinical capacity to deliver real-world impact.”
Michener also maintains deep ties with the broader healthcare and isotope sectors through clinical placements, research partnerships, and participation in industry-focused events. As part of the UHN, Michener students benefit from close integration with hospital-based care, gaining exposure to real-world practices that complement their technical training. These collaborations help equip graduates with practical experience relevant to isotope use in imaging and therapy, ensuring that medical isotopes can be applied safely and effectively in clinical settings.
With Michener now engaged as an academic partner, CNIC continues to strengthen its network of over 110 members committed to expanding Canada’s role in the global isotope ecosystem. Their expertise in healthcare education and clinical integration offers important insight into how education underpins the sustainable application of nuclear isotopes in medicine, diagnostics, and therapeutic innovation.
To learn more about The Michener Institute of Education at UHN, please visit: https://michener.ca/
About the Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council
The Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council (CNIC) is an independent, not-for-profit advocacy and member services organization. The CNIC supports over 100 members from across science, academia, healthcare, and nuclear-sector organizations dedicated to maintaining Canada’s position as a global leader in the production of life-saving isotopes. The CNIC raises awareness and advocates for long-term policies that support health-care innovation and will save countless lives for decades to come.
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Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council
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