Diagnostic imaging Research update Non-invasive NIR imaging tracks brain shrinkage Time-resolved near-infrared imaging can track brain atrophy arising from neurodegenerative diseases Read article: Non-invasive NIR imaging tracks brain shrinkage
Diagnostic imaging Research update AI algorithm produces synthetic brain MR images An artificial intelligence algorithm produces synthetic brain MR images, solving one of the big challenges in training AI algorithms Read article: AI algorithm produces synthetic brain MR images
Diagnostic imaging Research update Split‐filter DECT improves tumour visibility for radiotherapy planning Split‐filter dual‐energy CT enables more accurate delineation of pancreatic tumours for planning radiation treatment Read article: Split‐filter DECT improves tumour visibility for radiotherapy planning
Diagnostic imaging Research update Heavy hydrogen tracks glucose metabolism in vivo A novel MR imaging method maps metabolism in real time using only harmless heavy hydrogen atoms Read article: Heavy hydrogen tracks glucose metabolism in vivo
Diagnostic imaging Research update Polymer transducer paves the way for low-cost ultrasound An ultrasound transducer made from inexpensive polymers could be used to create low-cost, wearable ultrasound devices Read article: Polymer transducer paves the way for low-cost ultrasound
Biophysics Research update Artificial intelligence predicts cancer evolution A machine learning technique could allow doctors to personalize cancer treatment earlier Read article: Artificial intelligence predicts cancer evolution
Diagnostic imaging Research update Innovation: patent applications review Our survey of recent medical imaging patent applications includes filings from GE, Philips, Physio-Control and more Read article: Innovation: patent applications review
Diagnostic imaging Research update Augmented reality device aids interventional oncology Augmented reality can replace conventional intraprocedural imaging to guide needle insertion for interventional procedures Read article: Augmented reality device aids interventional oncology
Diagnostic imaging Research update Portable imager provides insight into eye and brain diseases A handheld ophthalmology device could improve the diagnosis of eye diseases and eventually enable early detection of brain diseases and trauma Read article: Portable imager provides insight into eye and brain diseases
Education and outreach Podcasts Physics communication, a MedPhys Slam and the future of high-energy physics How to teach physics to undergraduates and explain medical physics to patients Read article: Physics communication, a MedPhys Slam and the future of high-energy physics
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