Joanna S. Fowler
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Joanna S. Fowler is a pioneering radiochemist and neuroscientist whose work has fundamentally shaped the field of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging. Her research centers on developing novel radiotracers and methodologies to study brain chemistry, addiction, and disease in living humans. A major contribution is her development of automated, reproducible methods for synthesizing radiotracers and determining plasma input functions—critical for quantifying neuroreceptor binding. Her 1995 paper on using a commercial laboratory robot for this purpose (52 citations) exemplifies her drive to standardize and accelerate PET research. Beyond this, Fowler’s work on [11C]raclopride and [18F]FDOPA has enabled groundbreaking studies of dopamine function in addiction, aging, and Parkinson’s disease. With over 400 publications and more than 20,000 citations, her impact is immense. She is a recipient of the Society of Nuclear Medicine’s Paul C. Aebersold Award and a member of the National Academy of Sciences. Fowler’s legacy lies in transforming PET from a basic research tool into a precise window into the living human brain.
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