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| Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a non-radioactive and higher special resolution alternative to other diagnostic techniques such as SPECT or PET. Paramagnetic complexes are used as MRI contrast agents because their unpaired electrons decrease relaxation times of the nearby water molecules, thus increasing the signal. Our research involves the synthesis and use of cocaine-based contrast agents in order to measure the concentration of dopamine transporter (DAT). Knowing the concentration of DAT in the brain can help diagnosis conditions such as drug addiction, depression, and Parkinson's disease. |
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Probe Development in Molecular Imaging and Therapy
7:00 PM-9:00 PM, Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Pennsylvania Convention Center -- Hall C, Poster
Division of Inorganic Chemistry |