Future Potential

Tissue segmentation map on myelin in the brain

Currently MRI is about generating many different images that vary in contrast. These images are subjectively interpreted, generally without quantitative support. Our goal is to improve MRI with a single rapid MR scan that generates a range of reproducible images, independent of the MR scanner brand or software release. The image contrast is flexible without rescanning. This will lead to standardized, rapid MR scanning which will decrease MR examination costs substantially.

Tissue segmentation will provide a far more accurate patient follow-up than we see today. The SyMRI product delivers a full segmentation for neuro-imaging. Research is done on the application of SyMRI in knee, prostate, atherosclerosis and breast imaging. We belive that in a near future most MRI will be synthetic and quantitative.