The core R&D activity of the BIO IMAGING LAB is concentrated on high resolution in vivo Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Using imaging methods we focus on early detection and understanding of the mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration, neurodevelopmental and mood disorders including Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia and depression.
Mouse and rat models are employed for these investigations.
Our research interest extends on neuroregeneration including adult neurogenesis and stem cell research, in which we focus on in vivo MRI and in vivo Bioluminescence Imaging.
In addition, neuroplasticity is extensively studied in songbirds as superior models for seasonal and testosterone driven neuroplasticity. Songbirds are also studied for their excellent auditory processing learning and memory skills using identical imaging tools.
BIO IMAGING LAB is actively involved in European Molecular Imaging activities.
We are a cofounder of the European Society for Molecular Imaging (ESMI).
The lab is a partner in two EC Networks of Excellence: We also participate in two EC projects:
BIO IMAGING LAB is also a core facility for In Vivo Small Animal Imaging of the University of Antwerp.
The head of the BIO IMAGING LAB is Prof.Dr. Annemie Van der Linden
Using imaging methods we focus on early detection and understanding of the mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration, neurodevelopmental and mood disorders including Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia and depression.
Mouse and rat models are employed for these investigations.
Our research interest extends on neuroregeneration including adult neurogenesis and stem cell research, in which we focus on in vivo MRI and in vivo Bioluminescence Imaging.
In addition, neuroplasticity is extensively studied in songbirds as superior models for seasonal and testosterone driven neuroplasticity. Songbirds are also studied for their excellent auditory processing learning and memory skills using identical imaging tools.
BIO IMAGING LAB is actively involved in European Molecular Imaging activities.
We are a cofounder of the European Society for Molecular Imaging (ESMI).
The lab is a partner in two EC Networks of Excellence: We also participate in two EC projects:
- STREP ratstream: Characterisation of transgenic rat models for neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases.
- NAD: Medical Research and Nanotechnologies Allied to Combat Alzheimer's Disease.
BIO IMAGING LAB is also a core facility for In Vivo Small Animal Imaging of the University of Antwerp.
The head of the BIO IMAGING LAB is Prof.Dr. Annemie Van der Linden
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