MRI and Its Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has emerged as one of the most powerful and versatile imaging modalities in modern medicine, providing detailed structural, functional, and metabolic insights across a wide range of clinical applications. Its non-invasive nature, exceptional soft tissue contrast, and ability to incorporate functional and quantitative biomarkers have significantly advanced the early detection, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment planning of numerous diseases, particularly cancer.

Recent developments in MRI acquisition protocols, post-processing algorithms, artificial intelligence integration, and hybrid imaging technologies have expanded its capabilities beyond conventional imaging. These innovations now enable patient-specific disease characterization, real-time monitoring of therapeutic response, and precise image-guided interventions, all of which contribute to the evolution of personalized medicine.

This Special Issue on “MRI and Its Applications” aims at gathering original research articles and in-depth review papers highlighting state-of-the-art MRI methodologies, clinical applications, and translational innovations. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Novel MRI techniques for early detection and staging of cancer and other diseases;
• Functional and multiparametric MRI for tumor characterization and treatment response assessment;
• MRI-guided biopsies and interventions;
• Quantitative MRI biomarkers for personalized diagnostics;
• AI-enhanced image reconstruction, segmentation, and interpretation in MRI;
• Longitudinal MRI studies for disease progression and therapy monitoring;
• Whole-body MRI applications in oncology and systemic diseases;
• Integrative approaches combining MRI with radiomics and genomics;
• Comparative studies between MRI and other imaging modalities in disease management;
• Other clinical MRI applications.

All submissions employing advanced MRI methodologies as a central investigative tool—whether experimental, clinical, or computational—are welcome.

Dr. Dongrong Xu
Prof. Dr. Ravi Bansal
Dr. Zhiyong Zhao
Guest Editors

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