Advances in magnetic resonance neuroimaging

Area of Science:

• Neuroimaging
• Medical Physics
• Radiology

Background:

• Growing interest in advanced neuroimaging techniques.
• Continuous development in imaging sequences, quality, and magnetic field strength.
• Need for improved models in diffusion, perfusion, and functional connectivity.

Purpose of the Study:

• Highlight recent advances in neuroimaging.
• Focus on benefits derived from increased magnetic field strength.
• Discuss strategies to mitigate artifacts at higher field strengths.

Main Methods:

• Review of advancements directly linked to higher magnetic field strength.
• Analysis of signal-to-noise ratio improvements and their applications.
• Examination of techniques developed to reduce specific artifacts.

Main Results:

• Higher field strength enhances T1, signal-to-noise ratio, and chemical shift.
• Increased signal-to-noise ratio allows trade-offs for other imaging advantages.
• Development of methods to reduce radiofrequency absorption and magnetic susceptibility artifacts.

Conclusions:

• Higher magnetic field strengths offer significant advantages for neuroimaging.
• Addressing artifacts is crucial for realizing the full potential of high-field neuroimaging.
• Ongoing research continues to push the boundaries of neuroimaging capabilities.