Diagnostic Imaging Program

(1) Plans and coordinates the development; (2) coordinates the clinical testing of new approaches in academia, industry, or in other parts of the federal government; (3) coordinates the development targeted to specific biochemical or physiological processes in cancer cells for better biologic insight into the physiology of human tumors; (4) encourages industrial commitment to the development and ultimate clinical testing relevant to cancer; (5) coordinates activities with other programs of the Institute, other federal agencies, and outside organizations; (6) coordinates the activities of the branches within the Program for productive interactions and effective technology transfer; and (7) assesses the activities of the Program and advises the Division Director regarding scientific opportunities for the development of new approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. (NCI Thesaurus)

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