New CEUS Future Leaders Program

Emerging leaders in the field of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) are invited to submit scientific posters, and to compete for $1,000 educational scholarships and the opportunity to present their work at the 40th Anniversary of the International Bubble Conference in Chicago, as part of a new global “CEUS Future Leaders Program” launched today by Anderson Publishing, Ltd., publisher of Applied Radiology.

Developed in connection with the Bubble Conference and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Bracco Imaging, the CEUS Future Leaders Program provides support for the next generation of CEUS clinicians, researchers, and imaging professionals, and recognizes their advancement of innovative CEUS clinical applications and research. The program is aimed at medical students, residents, fellows, post-doctoral researchers, and early-career physicians with less than five years of practice. 

The program is designed to encourage scientific exploration, professional development, and collaboration while spotlighting new voices and fresh perspectives to the broader CEUS community. As the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound continues to expand across multiple specialties, the program seeks to foster future leadership and increase awareness of the important role CEUS can play in improving patient care.

Bracco’s support of the CEUS Future Leaders Program reflects our longstanding belief that advancing medical imaging begins with investing in the people who will shape its future,” said Robert Mitchell, Director, Ultrasound Platform, Bracco Imaging Americas. “For more than two decades, we have supported educational initiatives designed to cultivate emerging leaders across the imaging community. The CEUS Future Leaders Program builds upon that commitment by providing a platform for early-career clinicians, researchers, and imaging professionals to share their work, engage with experts, and contribute to the continued advancement of contrast-enhanced ultrasound and patient care.

Poster submissions are now being accepted in four categories (basic science, cardiology, pediatrics, and radiology) through August 21, 2026 and will be judged on scientific merit, clinical relevance, innovation, educational value, and overall presentation. Additional information regarding eligibility requirements, submission guidelines, important deadlines, and judging criteria can be found at: www.appliedradiology.com/ceus-leaders.

One winner will be selected in each of the four categories, with each category winner receiving a $1,000 educational scholarship award. In addition, one overall winner will be selected and awarded an additional $1,000 scholarship, along with travel and hotel support to attend the 40th Anniversary International Bubble Conference taking place October 1-2, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois.

The overall winner will have an opportunity to present his or her poster during the conference general session and will be recognized during a special award presentation held in conjunction with the meeting. All winning authors will be invited to record a brief video presentation of their poster. Winning posters and videos will be showcased during the Bubble Conference and published on a dedicated CEUS Future Leaders Program website hosted by Applied Radiology, extending the educational impact of the initiative beyond the live meeting.

The CEUS Future Leaders Program was created to help identify and support the individuals who will shape the future of contrast-enhanced ultrasound through research, innovation, education, and clinical practice,” said Kieran Anderson, Vice President and Group Publisher of Anderson Publishing, Ltd. “As CEUS continues to gain momentum across a variety of specialties, we believe it is important to create opportunities that encourage scientific engagement while helping emerging professionals connect with the broader CEUS community.