A Computational and Experimental Investigation of Relationships between Magnetic Resonance Diffusion Tensor Imaging Fractional Anisotropy and Applied Mechanical Strain

Ouniol Aklilu

In this work, we provide a detailed examination of the correlation between MR-DTI changes and mechanical strain using an experimental and computational investigation approach. The research is classified into a three-step process which consists of 1) pre-imaging the sample of interest 2) impose a mechanical strain on the sample to cause deformation and rupture of the fibers in the sample and 3) obtain a post-MR-DTI image of the sample to observe changes in FA.
Major: 
Biomedical Engineering
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Reuben Kraft
Location: 
Heritage Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
Poster Number: 
370