Novel reporter gene for magnetic resonance imaging applications.The ability to image the duration and location of gene expression in vivo and noninvasively is imperative for the future of biology and clinical medicine. ... Read more

Implantable or insertable medical devices must be made of materials with unique properties in addition to biocompatibility to address potential damage from the physiological environment and to maintain their effectiveness over time. ... Read more

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment for depression, OCD, and migraines. However, its efficacy is limited by the fixed directional orientation of standard TMS, which only stimulates axons aligned with the field. ... Read more

Fast MRI sequences such as echo-planar imaging (EPI) generate strong mechanical vibrations in the scanner, producing loud sounds, image ghosting, and possible hardware strain, issues that are amplified at ultra-high magnetic fields. ... Read more

Epilepsy affects ~50 million people worldwide, with 30% suffering from drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) that drives persistent seizures, high mortality, and frequent misdiagnosis. Current EEG-based diagnostics are expert-dependent, slow, and inconsistent. ... Read more