NUCL 95 |
| The past few years have seen exciting new developments in the creation of novel probes for MR applications. Although MRI suffers from poor sensitivity, in comparison with other imaging modalities, it provides high spatial resolution and extensive physiological and functional information. A major effort in probe development has therefore included novel amplification strategies to improve sensitivity of detection of molecular targets that are usually present at micromolar concentrations. Image guided prodrug delivery, and image guided incorporation of nano and microdevices for slow release of therapeutic agents and gene delivery are other areas of promise in the treatment of diseases. These advances as well as the design and applications of novel MR probes with paramagnetic gadolinium, super-paramagnetic iron-oxide, and chemical exchange saturation transfer (CEST) contrast agents for molecular MR imaging of cells and cell surface receptors will be discussed. |
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Recent Advances in Molecular Imaging
1:25 PM-5:00 PM, Wednesday, 13 September 2006 Moscone Center -- Room 272, Oral
Division of Nuclear Chemistry & Technology |