CRC researchers have commenced a new project, using the only two whole body 7-Tesla MRI scanners in the southern hemisphere. The project will use the ultra-high field scanners to investigate metals and proteins in the brain which could be involved in Alzheimer’s disease, with possible extension into other disease areas.

The CRC project involves collaboration with CSIRO, the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, Austin Health and the University of Melbourne.

Launching one of the scanners at the University of Melbourne, Senator the Hon Scott Ryan (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Education) said, “The 7T whole body MRI will provide researchers in Australia with access to world leading imaging technology.   We’re very pleased to be able to count CRC researchers among those using this cutting edge technology.

More information about the 7 Tesla MRI. Senator Ryan’s speech from the launch.

7T MRI, CRC for Mental Health

CRC CFO volunteering as healthy control for 7 T MRI protocol and development