Imaging
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September 19, 2019
Microvilli in motion
Live cell imaging studies have revealed that microvilli — finger-like protrusions on the surface of epithelial cells — move and collide as they form the brush border. -
August 22, 2019
New CT scanner eases need for young children to stay still
New CT technology at Children’s Hospital is changing the medical imaging landscape for young children and adolescents. -
July 11, 2019
New look at atherosclerosis
A new imaging method makes it possible to directly measure cell division and changes in metabolism in atherosclerotic plaques. -
July 11, 2019
Working memory in psychotic disorders
Functional MRI studies have revealed that targeting activation of certain brain regions may improve working memory and cognition in psychotic disorders. -
June 20, 2019
Potential probe for early ovarian cancer
Larry Marnett and colleagues have developed what may become the first agent for targeted PET imaging of cancer tissues, such as ovarian cancer, that express high levels of the COX-1 enzyme. -
June 13, 2019
Peterson appointed director of VUIIS Radiochemistry Core Lab
Todd Peterson, PhD, associate professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, has been appointed director of the Vanderbilt University Institute of Imaging Science (VUIIS) Radiochemistry Core Lab, following the departure of Michael Nickels, PhD. -
May 9, 2019
Line placement better with ultrasound
Using ultrasound to place arterial lines reduces the need for surgical access and improves arterial line location, Vanderbilt researchers have found.