PDA Midwest Webinar: Radiopharma 101-An Introduction to Radiopharmaceuticals

About the Presentation

Radiopharma 101 provides a foundational overview of the radiopharmaceutical field, designed for students interested in pharmaceutical science, engineering, microbiology, quality, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.

This presentation will explore:

• The history and evolution of nuclear medicine
• Major classes of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals
• Emerging theranostic platforms and the diseases they target
• How and where radiopharmaceuticals are manufactured
• The unique challenges of producing time‑sensitive radioactive medicines
• An overview of global regulatory expectations governing this rapidly growing industry

Attendees will gain valuable insight into a specialized and expanding sector of pharmaceuticals, making this session ideal for students considering careers in advanced therapies, sterile manufacturing, or regulatory science.

Speaker

Kim Sobien
Senior Microbiology Consultant, ValSource, Inc.

Kim brings over 25 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, with deep expertise in microbiology, sterility assurance, contamination control, aseptic processing, investigations, and inspection readiness. Her career spans a wide range of injectable products, including radiopharmaceuticals, biologics, contract manufacturing, and pre‑filled syringe generics.

She holds a BS in Microbiology from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse and an MBA in Global Management from the University of Phoenix. Kim is an active leader within the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA), serving as:

• President‑Elect, PDA Southeast Chapter
• Co‑Lead, PDA EM/Microbiology Interest Group
• Former Co‑Chair and Committee Member, PDA Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference

Event Details

• Date: April 22, 2026
• Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (EST)
• Format: Live virtual webinar (Microsoft Teams)
• Audience: Open to all students