MRI Systems

The Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute's Jerome L. Greene Science Center (JLGSC) houses three research-grade MR systems, along with the laboratories and staff needed to support their application to both preclinical and human biomedical investigations. These systems are fully capable of MRI, multi-nuclear MRS, and fMRI, and are exclusively dedicated to research.

Siemens Prisma

  • Field Strength: 3T
  • Bore Size: 60 cm
  • Gradient Strength: 80 mT/m @ 200 T/m/s (whole body)
  • RF Receiver Channels: 128
  • RF Transmit Channels: 2
  • Spectroscopy Capability: Multinuclear
  • Magnet Weight: 13 tons
  • Magnet Length: 213 cm
  • Cooling System: Closed helium cryocooled (zero helium boil-off)
  • Coils: Head, neck, body, and spine

 

Bruker Biospin 9.4 T Small Bore

Bruker Biospin

 

  • Human Participant Waiting Rooms: Comfortable waiting areas for human participants in the 3T Prisma suites.
  • Mock Scanner: Available for training MR participants.
  • Animal Prep and Holding Rooms: Dedicated spaces for animal preparation and holding.
  • Electronics and Instrumentation Laboratories: 
    • Network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, frequency synthesizers, waveform generators, RF power amplifiers, power supplies, volt-ohm meters, power meters, fluoroptic thermometers, infrared cameras, and a full set of hand tools, test leads, and calibration kits.
  • Machine Shop: Contains lathes, a milling machine, a board mill, drill presses, a 3D printer, band saws, table saws, cut-off saws, and a comprehensive tool chest.
  • Instrumentation Lab: Fully equipped with BIOPAC and AD physiologic monitors, stimuli devices, and other transducers to support both human and animal research on all MR systems.

The Zuckerman Institute MRI Platform at the Jerome L. Greene Science Center is designed to provide comprehensive support for advanced MRI research, ensuring researchers have access to the highest quality facilities and equipment.