Appreciation, best wishes, and future prospects for 2024

As we embark on the first issue of 2024, on behalf of the iRADIOLOGY editorial board, I extend warm greetings and best wishes to our esteemed editorial board members, authors, reviewers, and readers. Together, we have witnessed the rapid evolution of medical imaging and the resilience of the human race post-epidemic. In this new year, filled with hope and challenges, let us collectively contribute our insights and efforts to advance the development of medical imaging.

I express my deepest gratitude to all authors for their selfless dedication, enabling the journal to uphold high academic standards. In iRADIOLOGY 's inaugural year, we received outstanding manuscripts from around the world, covering diverse aspects of medical imaging. Thirty-seven excellent articles originating from 13 countries have been accepted and published in four issues, propelling iRADIOLOGY to new heights on the international stage of medical imaging. Sincere thanks are also given to our reviewers, whose rigorous academic attitude and high sense of responsibility guaranteed the high quality of published articles last year.

The field of medical imaging has rapidly evolved, with the applications of new imaging techniques and probes such as theranostic radiopharmaceuticals providing valuable options for cancer diagnosis and treatment. Artificial intelligence, exemplified by technologies such as chatGPT, has transformed clinical practices, making image processing and analysis more intelligent and efficient. To adapt to the swift development of medical imaging and better serve the academic community, iRADIOLOGY will transition from a quarterly to a bimonthly journal in the upcoming year. This transformation aims to accommodate more cutting-edge research outcomes and ideas in interdisciplinary medical imaging, promoting the field's future development and providing unique insights. The success of this transformation relies on the continuous involvement and contribution of the editorial board, authors, readers, and medical imaging researchers. I believe that after this transformation, iRADIOLOGY will share more outstanding breakthroughs, promote interdisciplinary cooperation, and have a greater academic impact in the field.

Additionally, we will strengthen international cooperation, establish more partnerships with renowned academic societies and conferences, and actively participate in global medical imaging activities. We will follow cutting-edge trends, encourage interdisciplinary research cooperation, and promote the innovation and development of medical imaging technology. To further enhance the visibility of iRADIOLOGY, a wider outreach program will be launched through various channels, expanding the influence and recognition of our journal.

In the new year, 2024, we anticipate more challenges and opportunities. Let us remain optimistic and committed to advancing medical imaging. Together, let us contribute our strength to promote the progress and development of iRADIOLOGY and the field of medical imaging!

Lastly, I extend heartfelt thanks to all readers, authors, reviewers, and editorial board members. Wishing you good health, fruitful research, and happiness in the coming new year!

Zhen Cheng: Conceptualization (lead); writing—original draft (lead); writing—review and editing (lead).

The author declares no conflicts of interest.

This article here has adhered to the relevant ethical guidelines.