Developing quantitative in vivo molecular imaging techniques for studying the human immune system
The primary research focus of the OMIQ lab is on using the total-body PET technology for better understanding of the human immune system, especially the T cells. We use total-body dynamic PET and tracer kinetic modeling for quantitative assessment of immune response in various disease conditions and we investigate imaging biomarkers that can be translated into clinical setting. Our long-term goal is to use PET for improving patient care and personalizing treatments.
Methodological developments for quantitative total-body PET imaging
The OMIQ lab also explores methodological developments for improving the quantitative accuracy of total-body PET imaging in novel applications, such as ultra-low-dose imaging or shortened dynamic scans. We are particularly interested in alternative data correction methods that enable dose reduction in a wide range of acquisition settings.
