Remo George

Remo George is an Assistant Professor in the Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Sciences Program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He holds affiliations with the School of Health Professions and the School of Medicine, including roles as Associate Scientist in the Center for Clinical and Translational Science and the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center. With over 10 years of clinical practice in nuclear medicine across multiple countries, he specializes in radiation safety, radiopharmaceuticals, and PET applications. He is a licensed U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Medical Radiation Safety Officer and certified as a Nuclear Medicine Scientist (ABSNM) and Technologist (NMTCB-CNMT).

Dr. George earned his PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics from UAB (2014), following a Master's in Biophysics and Bachelor's in Nuclear Medical Technology from foreign institutions. His research focuses on nanoparticle-based radiation protection/therapy and sodium iodide symporter (NIS) upregulation in cancer for theranostics. He has secured grants as PI/co-investigator, mentoring students in research projects resulting in peer-reviewed publications.

His professional network spans clinical and academic roles, with active participation in translational research initiatives. Key research themes include radiation dosimetry, cerium oxide nanoparticle applications, and molecular imaging advancements. Despite no explicit awards listed, his certifications reflect professional excellence in nuclear medicine and safety practices.