Revolutionary Design Revolutionizes Functional MRI Brain Imaging with 10x Better Resolution

An international effort has resulted in the development of an ultra-high resolution 7 Tesla MRI scanner that can capture up to 10 times more detail than current scanners, allowing scientists to see functional MRI (fMRI) features as small as 0.4 millimeters. The improved resolution will enable researchers to study the brain's neuronal circuits in greater detail, potentially leading to better diagnoses and treatments for brain disorders such as Alzheimer's, autism, and schizophrenia. The breakthrough was made possible through funding from the U.S. National Institutes of Health's BRAIN Initiative and collaboration between academic institutions and industry partners.