POTENTIAL RESEARCH APPLICATIONS
What kind of research can be done on the Upright Open MRI?
The Upright Open MRI scanner can be used to obtain novel views of anatomy including:
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Musculoskeletal system in a range of postures and/or weight bearing
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Spine while standing, in flexion/extension, and/or weight bearing
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Upright imaging of abdomen, pelvic organs, GI tract
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MR angiography while sitting and standing
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Other clinically relevant positions, novel research projects welcome
Who can use the Upright Open MRI?
Local, national, or international researchers from:
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Academic Institutions
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Industry
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Government
The primary use of the Upright Open MRI is for health research, however researchers in other fields are welcome to email us with your project idea.


Research Support: Highly Qualified Personnel
Amy Phillips, MASc., Upright Open MRI and Advanced Imaging Specialist
Our Upright Open MRI and Advanced Imaging Specialist is a Biomedical Engineer with over 10 years of engineering and clinical orthopaedic research experience at UBC, in industry, and in the non-profit sector. She leads the Upright Open MRI Operations.
Amy can provide:
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Strategic planning for research activities
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Support in designing and implementing research studies
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Collaboration opportunities with other research groups
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MRI technical and imaging support for novel applications
Knee scan in weight bearing squat
Our Highly Qualified Personnel provide MR imaging support
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