Revolutionary Iseult MRI Unveils Ultra-Precise Human Brain Images
April 2, 2024The world's most powerful MRI named Iseult, located in France, has achieved a breakthrough by producing highly detailed images of the human brain.
Iseult operates with a magnetic field of 11.7 teslas, offering imaging that is 10 times more precise than typical hospital MRI machines.
This advanced MRI technology is expected to enhance our understanding of brain structure, cognitive function, and neurological disorders.
Scientists anticipate using Iseult to study drug distribution in the brain, which could lead to earlier disease diagnosis and better therapeutic strategies.
Although currently not used for clinical diagnosis, Iseult's insights could eventually influence medical practices in hospitals.
The MRI has started with imaging healthy volunteers, with plans to expand the study to more subjects soon.
The development of the Iseult MRI scanner is a collaborative effort between France and Germany and has received commendation from French President Emmanuel Macron.
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The Straits Times • Apr 2, 2024
World’s most powerful MRI scans first images of human brainMedical Xpress • Apr 2, 2024
World's most powerful MRI scans first images of human brain