Short Description
The Preclinical Imaging Laboratories (PIL) offers access to state-of-the-art imaging technologies for translational in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro imaging studies. The PIL operates a multitude of imaging and supportive equipment for all imaging modalities currently used in preclinical research. Comprehensive workflows and seamless integration allow for the combination of imaging technologies to address a research question from multiple viewpoints.
A team of interdisciplinary experts provide the expertise, training and teaching to acquire reliable and reproducible imaging data. This is in order to support researchers during all stages of the project this ranges from project submission, planning, and conduction and quantitative image evaluation. Our research focuses on applied (whole-body) imaging science for oncology, cardiovascular, neuroradiology, pharmacokinetic and musculoskeletal research.
Contact Person
Thomas Wanek
Research Services
We offer following imaging modalities:
• combined PET/SPECT/CT
• microPET
• 9.4T MRI with PET-Insert
• 1 T MRI
• optical imaging
• high-resolution ultrasound
• EchoMRI
• Digital Autoradiography (Phosphor Imager)
Methods & Expertise for Research Infrastructure
Main research focus lies on:
• Oncology imaging (angiogenesis, hypoxia, proliferation, apoptosis, metabolism)
• PK Imaging (ADME, receptor occupancy, metabolite-studies)
• Cardiovascular imaging (arteriosclerosis, vulnerable plaque, myocardial ischemia)
• Neuro-radiological imaging (neuro oncology, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease)
• Musculoskeletal radiology (arthritis, pain and inflammation)