Molecular imaging represents an advanced branch of medical imaging that enables researchers to visualise, identify, and quantify biological activity at the molecular and cellular levels within living systems. Combining expertise in chemistry, biology, physics, and advanced instrumentation, this approach provides unique insights into the biochemical and physiological functions occurring within organs and tissues.
Because most molecular imaging methods are non-invasive, they make it possible to follow disease development and therapeutic outcomes in the same subject over time, improving accuracy and reproducibility in preclinical research.
At the CNIO, the Molecular Imaging Unit provides comprehensive support to research groups through cutting-edge equipment and innovative methodologies. Our imaging platforms are essential for early diagnosis, disease monitoring, and treatment assessment, helping to unravel disease mechanisms and drive biomedical discovery that ultimately benefits patients.
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