This course is designed for both new and experienced researchers and clinicians seeking a complete introduction to neuroimaging techniques. No prior knowledge of the methodology is required. Attendees will be a mix of postgraduate students, clinicians and researchers. Clinicians who have a need to develop knowledge in quantitative neuroimaging techniques and their applications could greatly benefit from this course.

• Identify the neuroanatomical and neurophysiological parameters which are accessible to MR measurement;
• Describe the underlying physics of MR neuroimaging techniques;
• Describe the data acquisition and analysis techniques most commonly used for anatomical and functional MRI of the brain;
• Recognize the potential value of advances such as parallel imaging, fast imaging techniques and high magnetic field strengths for imaging the brain; and
• Name typical clinical applications for which specific MRI techniques are suited.