PRESENTATION OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this presentation, participant should be able to:

1) Understand animal management during MRI as related to comparative imaging techniques.

2) Understand how various MRI imaging techniques (Diffusion and Perfusion) and contrast agents (Gadolinium, Manganese, Iron Oxide) can be used to study trauma and therapy.

3) Briefly describe image guided --locally specific-- longitudinal data acquisition and image guided surgery.