General Information
The Medical University of Vienna has defined Medical Imaging as one of its five key focal areas of research.
This decision was based on the particularly high level of expertise in imaging technologies and the wide use of such technologies already in place at our university.
Modern imaging methods reveal information about genetic, biochemical and cellular processes within the living organism and not only enable precise visual representations of morphological conditions, but also the visualisation and quantification of organ-specific functions.
As a result, imaging methods help create a better understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological processes that occur in the human body. Imaging is essential for an understanding of all disease processes and comprises diagnosis, personalised risk stratification and treatment planning and monitoring in the context of modern, personalised diagnostic and treatment concepts.
The complexity of imaging research requires an extensive network of methods to meet the needs of various specialist disciplines.
As a result, the cluster regards itself as a multi-modal and multi-disciplinary network that brings together clinicians, researchers and scientists at the Medical University of Vienna in order to optimise existing synergies.
The common interest of the Medical Imaging Cluster lies in the further development and research of morphological, functional and molecular imaging.
Background
Within the expansive landscape of the Medical University of Vienna, a diverse array of expertise in imaging sciences converges to bridge the resolution and sensitivity gaps across various imaging modalities. This collective proficiency encompasses the development and provision of cutting-edge technologies that span preclinical, clinical, and translational imaging domains.
The integration of this wealth of knowledge forms a critical mass at the Medical University of Vienna, cultivating a dynamic network that seamlessly spans preclinical and clinical realms. This multidisciplinary approach lays the foundation for translational imaging sciences, where insights gleaned from preclinical studies find direct application in clinical settings, contributing to a holistic understanding of health and disease.
This organizational synergy is not confined to individual expertise but extends to the establishment of a strategic and complimentary cluster of researchers. By uniting professionals from diverse fields, the Medical University of Vienna fosters a collaborative environment. This collaborative effort is geared towards the creation of a multi-scale, multi-resolution, and multimodal imaging cluster, where researchers from varied disciplines converge to unlock new dimensions in medical imaging. This initiative is poised to propel innovative discoveries, facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations, and drive advancements in imaging sciences for the betterment of healthcare and scientific knowledge.