Welcome! The Comparative MRI Research Lab is focused on the development and application of advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologies to benefit both human and animal health. We work with investigators in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Center for Magnetic Resonance Research, and greater Health Sciences at the University of Minnesota to advance understanding and clinical management of a variety of diseases. We additionally support the small animal medical imaging service at the Veterinary Medical Center by helping bring the best available MRI technologies to advance patient care.

Please take a moment to read about some of our ongoing research projects.

Latest news (click here for details):

• Cecília Ferreira joins the lab as a Comparative Medicine and Pathology T32 Fellow.

• Casey Johnson receives UMN McKnight Presidential Fellow Award.

• Toshali Mandal, a BME master's student, joins the lab.

• Abigail Clanton selected as 2025 Veterinary Summer Scholar.

• Ashton Amann and Aryan Shekarabi receive ISMRM educational stipends. 

• Lab has six abstracts accepted for presentation at the 2025 ISMRM annual meeting.

• Aryan Shekarabi receives 2025 Libraries Student Innovator Fund.

• Casey Johnson and collaborators inducted into the UMN's Academy for Excellence in Team Science.