Comparative MRI Research Lab
We are looking for a highly motivated Biomedical Engineering PhD student to join the lab to develop new MRI techniques.
If you are interested, please contact Casey Johnson at john5037@umn.edu
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):
Lab has six abstracts accepted for presentation at the 2025 ISMRM annual meeting.
Aryan Shekarabi is a 2025 Libraries Student Innovator Fund recipient.
Casey Johnson and collaborators were inducted into the UMN's Academy for Excellence in Team Science.
Abigail Clanton, a veterinary student, and Nihar Gore, a BME Master's student, join the lab.
Our collaborator Laura Stone was awarded NIH R01 and R61 grants to study mechanisms and treatment of discogenic low back pain.
Our collaborator Ferenc Toth was awarded a five-year NIH R01 grant to study osteochondritis dissecans.
New 3T MRI Scanner Installed
Our new Siemens Prisma 3T MRI scanner at the Veterinary Medical Center is up and running and ready for research! Learn about the scanner research resources, rates, and procedures here:Â
New Dual-Source CT Scanner Installed
The Veterinary Medical Center has installed a new Siemens Drive dual-source CT scanner. This resource is also available for research use.