Synopsis

Keywords: Contrast mechanisms: Electromagnetic tissue properties

Tissue electrical conductivity represents an emerging quantitative MRI contrast. While tissue conductivity is frequency dependent, this talk will mostly focus on high frequency tissue conductivity (hundred(s) MHz). In particular, we will see how to measure and reconstruct high frequency tissue conductivity from MRI data. We will also review its applications in MRI diagnostic and therapy, with particular attention to cancer. We will then look at current and future activities devoted to the standardization of conductivity imaging and its reconstruction processes. Finally, we will conclude with a short overview of tools and data available to everyone.