Talented quartet display world class research
Four radiographers who recently completed master’s degrees at Teesside University have displayed their research at an internationally-renowned event.
The quartet were chosen to present their research at the 18th International World Congress of Radiography in Helsinki, Finland. Only research which is deemed world class was selected for the event which featured a total of 86 research poster presentations from around the world from academics, industry professionals and researchers.
Rebecca Kranz, Harry Hopkinson, Holly Elliott and Joanne Tait, who all studied MSc Diagnostic Radiography, were selected to present their work at the prestigious international event, which took place in June.
And Rebecca, 24, won first prize for her presentation which examined the incorrect classification of red dot markers on wrist radiographs taken in accident and emergency departments.
Harry, 26, took third prize for his research looking at the accuracy of ultrasound in detecting paediatric fractures.
Senior Lecturer in Diagnostic Radiography at Teesside University Dr Philip Cosson was research supervisor for three of the four students. He said: 'This event is one of the most prestigious research poster competitions we have in the field of radiography.
'To have four students from Teesside University present their work is a fantastic achievement in itself, but to also come away with first and third prizes shows that the work we are doing is recognised as having a real impact in the radiography profession.
'All the students who presented their work in Helsinki are now working as professional radiographers after completing their courses at Teesside University.'
Rebecca, who is working at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead as a Diagnostic Radiographer, said the event has given her additional inspiration in her career and research.
She added: “It has really motivated me and I would like to extend my studies into a PhD when the opportunity arises.
'To win first prize was unbelievable, especially as the standard of work was so high.
'In my research I established five anatomical/pathological predictors for error in wrist fracture identification; these may go on to inform image interpretation training and contribute to the wider knowledge base surrounding the 'red dot' radiographer abnormality detection scheme. It is great to know that the work I have carried out could make a real difference within the profession.' Harry, who is working as a Diagnostic Radiographer in Oxford at the John Radcliffe Hospital, said: 'It is amazing to know that people from so many countries were interested and impressed by my research. Coming third in such a prestigious competition was not something I was expecting - though I am extremely proud.'
The International World Congress of Radiography is set up by the International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists (ISRRT) and is an ideal way for students to liaise with some of the world’s top scientists and professionals.
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