Imaging in vascular disease
This research area is concerned with developing generic signal and chemical based biomarkers of circulatory and end-organ function in human health and disease.
Summary of current active research
Development of heart imaging agents and measurement of transmembrane uptake (particularly in the placenta) using nuclear medicine techniques.
Microvascular MRI (biomarkers). Micro- and macro-vascular disease and whole-body (systemic) vascular status in humans
Dr Charles Hutchinson
Microvascular MRI. Peripheral flow (Raynaud's) and effects of diabetes on the pancreas.
Dr David Buckley
Microvascular MRI (human and small animal). Renal function and perfusion (atherosclerosis).
Microvascular MRI in cancer and inflammatory conditions.
