WMCWeill Medical College of Cornell University · Biomedical Engineering
The Plaque Imaging Lab
Thanh D Nguyen · New York, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Thanh Nguyen's lab focuses on enhancing MRI techniques to better predict stroke risks associated with unstable carotid plaques. The research utilizes a novel imaging method called quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM) to differentiate between dangerous hemorrhages and benign calcifications in arterial plaques. By improving the accuracy of stroke risk assessment through advanced imaging, the lab aims to contribute to more personalized and effective stroke prevention strategies.
MRIQSMstroke preventioncarotid arteryatherosclerosisvascular imagingplaque characterizationthromboembolic strokerisk assessment
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop a magnetic resonance imaging method for carotid plaque characterization.
AIM 02Enhance diagnostic accuracy for hemorrhage and calcification detection.
AIM 03Evaluate the efficacy of QSM in stroke risk assessment.
AIM 04Establish protocols for using QSM in clinical imaging settings.
Skills the Lab Values
quantitative susceptibility mappingmagnetic resonance imagingimage reconstruction algorithmsdata analysisclinical imaging techniquesmulti-contrast MRIneurological imagingpatient diagnosticsrisk stratification methodologies
Output against the department
Publications315top 29% of dept.175th of 595
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Citations6.5kbottom 49% of dept.304th of 595
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