Agreement Signed for Access to Human Brain Imaging Facility

Two universities in the US have agreed to cooperate on neuroscience research using the latest imaging technology for all modalities.

The Human Brain Imaging Facility (HBIF) will allow researchers at the two universities to perform brain research using specialized equipment that is not available in hospitals or clinics. Researchers from many different disciplines such as psychology, linguistics, nursing, engineering, and neurobiology will benefit from access to the HBIF. The focus of the neuroscience research is to help patients suffering from neurological and mental health disorders, and find new solutions for brain diseases.

The five-year joint research agreement was signed between Florida Atlantic University (FAU; Boca Raton, FL, USA) and University MRI (Boca Raton, FL, USA) to spur neuroscience research using equipment such as 3-T Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (FMRI), and MR guided focused ultrasound scanners. University MRI provides leading-edge medical imaging using Computed Tomography (CT), ultrasound, nuclear medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), fluoroscopy, bone density testing, and digital X-Ray equipment.

J.A. Scott Kelso, PhD, FAU, said, “In addition to basic research in cognitive, behavioral and affective neuroscience, our human brain imaging research will most likely include studies on autism, traumatic brain injury, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s, and a host of other conditions related to aging and pain. This partnership will offer many opportunities for translational research and applications such as biomarkers, drug testing, and brain-computer interfaces. Having cutting-edge technology for human brain imaging available to our research community will enhance Florida Atlantic University’s place in the world of brain research and will greatly increase the likelihood of new discoveries.”

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