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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Neuroimaging
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Background:

  • Rodent models are crucial for studying human brain disorders using MRI.
  • High-field MRI (≥7 T) offers increased signal-to-noise ratio for high-resolution imaging.
  • Dedicated radiofrequency (RF) coils are essential for sensitive imaging of small anatomical structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel four-channel transceiver coil array for rat brain imaging at 7 Tesla.
  • To enable high-resolution MRI of rat brains across a range of sizes (infant to adult).
  • To optimize RF coil design for enhanced sensitivity and signal-to-noise ratio.

Main Methods:

  • Full-wave 3D electromagnetic simulations were used to compare three array designs (2-4 elements).
  • An optimized static B1+ shim was developed to maximize RF field homogeneity in the rat brain.
  • A 3D-printed adjustable coil housing was designed for versatility.

Main Results:

  • The study compared multiple RF coil array designs for rat brain imaging.
  • An optimized shim improved B1+ field for both small and large rats.
  • The developed coil array was validated through ex vivo bench and MRI measurements.

Conclusions:

  • A versatile, adjustable four-channel transceiver coil array was successfully developed for 7 T rat brain MRI.
  • The coil design facilitates high-resolution neuroimaging in rodent models.
  • This technology can advance research into brain disorders using advanced MRI techniques.