The Gradient Group is working on advanced technology for MRI machines that help produce clearer images by reducing the time it takes to capture them. They are also developing quieter MRI to make the experience more comfortable for patients by allowing faster, noise-free scans. The high-performance designs are mainly used for specialized imaging techniques like looking at the movement of water in tissues, blood flow, and brain activity.
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Their research does not just focus on hardware; they are also developing new software to make the most of these improved MRI capabilities, ensuring the best possible images and data from the scans.
The research team is making significant strides in MRI technology, focusing on both hardware and software innovations. They have developed ultrasonic (silent) gradients for high-resolution imaging at 7T and are working on clinical applications for these gradients at 3T, improving patient comfort. The team has also advanced diffusion imaging with short echo times using high-performance gradients, enhancing the clarity of images, with applications spanning from the human brain to breast MRI. Additionally, they are exploring the extension of ultrasonic gradients to body imaging through novel methods and improving functional MRI and flow imaging by integrating high-performance gradients.
The research directly contributes to solving existing problems in medical imaging by improving image quality, speed, and patient comfort. These advancements can enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient experience in clinical settings, leading to better healthcare outcomes.
