Current Progress in 11.74T MRI System Development at Gachon University Gil Medical Center

Motivation: The motivation of this study is to develop an advanced 11.74T MRI system that enables high-resolution imaging along with multi-nuclei capabilities, allowing researchers to perform detailed structural and biochemical studies in vivo. Goal(s): Our goal is to assess the initial operation and performance of the 11.74T MRI system Approach: We have conducted preliminary animal experiments, which serve as a foundation for optimizing imaging protocols and validating the system's capabilities in high-resolution, multi-nuclei imaging Results: We have successfully obtained the first high-resolution in-vivo images of a cynomolgus monkey brain, demonstrating the capabilities of our 11.74T MRI system for detailed neuroimaging. Impact: This work is the successful setup of the 11.74T MRI system and the acquisition of the first in-vivo animal brain images. This advanced system is designed to capture anatomical and molecular-level information, providing insights that traditional MRI systems cannot achieve.