Diagnostics & Devices:
Ultra-High-Field MRI Unlocked: A Next-Generation RF & SHIM Coil Platform for 7-Tesla Imaging
Anke Henning, Ph.D.
- Professor, Advanced Imaging Research Center (AIRC), UT Southwestern Medical Center
Ultra-high-field MRI scanners (7 Tesla) can see the brain in extraordinary detail, but today they suffer from uneven images that limit real clinical and research use. Dr. Henning has developed a new generation of radiofrequency (RF) and shim coils that solve this problem at its source by making the magnetic fields uniform across the brain. Her patented technology combines novel coil design with a smart signal-combination method that removes distortions without complex calibration or workflow changes. The result is faster, clearer, and more reliable brain imaging on existing 7T MRI systeM.S.. This platform creates a compelling opportunity to commercialize best-in-class hardware for the rapidly growing global 7T MRI market, with strong interest from imaging centers and MRI manufacturers.
