This lecture discusses intracranial vessel wall MR imaging and how to work towards translating evolving and innovative technologies into the clinical sphere. We highlight that it is important not only to design new technologies and showcase what the MR community can innovate but also to translate that technology into a stage of implementation and adoption. We discuss technical unmet needs and potential clinical applications. We review the importance of engagement and collaboration with clinicians to ensure longevity of the research by prioritizing relevant research questions in the context of feasibility.