Revolutionary Radiation-Free Imaging Technique Offers Instant Inside Look at Human Body

Researchers from Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg have developed a portable, radiation-free scanner using Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) that can visualize dynamic processes like blood flow in the human body. The scanner, based on the detection of magnetic nanoparticles administered as markers, offers a sensitive and fast alternative to traditional imaging techniques. The small and lightweight design of the scanner allows for easy mobility, making it a promising tool for radiation-free interventions. The researchers are now working on further improving the image quality and developing the technology for real-time endovascular interventions.