IMAGING MODALITIES HUB

What is Medical Imaging?

Imaging Technologies

Discover diagnostic imaging technologies, from X-ray and ultrasound to advanced hybrid systems, enabling structural assessment, functional measurement and precise intervention.

Scientific Foundations

Understand the scientific principles underpinning modern imaging systems. Structural and functional techniques generate reliable data and drive technological advancement across healthcare.

Clinical Advancement

Engage with emerging research and share expertise across disciplines. Collaboration promotes responsible innovation and clinical translation supporting patient-centred imaging practice.

X-ray technology advances diagnostics, research, and treatments in medicine and science

X-ray Radiography

X-ray Radiography produces projection images of bones and soft tissues using ionising radiation. This imaging technique enables rapid assessment of fractures, infections and structural abnormalities in routine clinical settings.

Angiogram X-rays clearly visualize the heart's intricate blood vessels

Angiography

Angiography uses contrast-enhanced X-ray imaging to visualise blood vessels and circulatory pathways. Also, it is used to support the diagnosis of vascular disease and guide interventional cardiac and peripheral procedures.

Mammography uses low-dose X-rays to detect breast cancer early

Mammography

Mammography applies low-dose X-ray imaging to examine breast tissue. This approach supports early cancer detection and evaluation of calcifications and structural changes.

CT combines X-rays and computing to create detailed internal body images

Computed Tomography

Computed Tomography (CT) combines X-ray acquisition with computer reconstruction to generate cross-sectional images. CT supports complex diagnosis, trauma assessment and detailed treatment planning.

Ultrasound uses sound waves for safe, non-invasive internal organ imaging

Ultrasound

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images of organs and soft tissues. This non-invasive technique is used in obstetrics, abdominal imaging and vascular assessment.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a non-invasive technique for medical diagnosis

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses magnetic fields and radiofrequency signals to produce detailed soft-tissue images. MRI supports neurological, musculoskeletal and oncological evaluation without ionising radiation.

Understanding PET scans involves analysing metabolic activity for accurate disease diagnosis

PET Imaging

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) uses radiotracers to measure metabolic and molecular activity within tissues. This imaging modality enables disease detection, staging and therapy monitoring in oncology, neurology and cardiology.

Myocardial perfusion imaging helps identify coronary artery disease with accuracy

SPECT Imaging

Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) uses gamma-emitting radiotracers to assess physiological function. SPECT is applied in myocardial perfusion imaging and functional nuclear studies.

Hybrid scanners such as PET-CT combine anatomical and functional imaging data

Hybrid Scanners

Hybrid scanners such as PET-CT and PET-MRI combine anatomical and functional imaging in a single examination. These scanners improve diagnostic confidence and enhance disease characterisation.

Fluoroscopy uses X-rays for real-time internal body imaging and guidance

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy provides continuous X-ray imaging to produce real-time moving images. This technique supports diagnostic studies and guides interventional procedures.

Doctor using a handheld tactile diagnostics device on a patient with data displayed on a screen

Tactile Imaging

Tactile Imaging converts pressure-sensor data into digital representations of soft-tissue structure. Also, it assists in the detection of abnormalities through mechanical property analysis.

Medical photography involves capturing detailed images for documentation and diagnostic purposes

Medical Photography

Medical Photography documents clinical conditions and procedures through high-resolution imaging. The aim is to support diagnosis, education and research activities.

Bone densitometry (DEXA) measures bone density to assess osteoporosis risk

Bone Densitometry

Bone Densitometry uses dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry to measure bone mineral density. This technique supports osteoporosis diagnosis and fracture risk assessment.

OCT captures high-resolution cross-sectional images to diagnose and monitor eye diseases

Optical Tomography

Optical Tomography produces high-resolution cross-sectional images of tissue microstructure. Also, it is used in ophthalmology for retinal assessment and disease monitoring.

Photoacoustic imaging combines laser and ultrasound technology to provide high-resolution, non-invasive medical diagnostics.

Photoacoustic Imaging

Photoacoustic Imaging combines optical excitation with ultrasound detection to generate tissue images. This technique provides an insight into vascular and molecular features in research and emerging clinical applications.

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Structure and Function

Structural techniques, including X-ray, CT and MRI, provide detailed anatomical information. Ultrasound enables real-time assessment of organs and blood flow. PET and SPECT reveal metabolic and physiological activity beyond structure.

LEARN

Hybridisation

Hybrid platforms integrate anatomical and functional data into a single examination. This strengthens diagnostic confidence and disease characterisation. Artificial intelligence improves image quality, safety and accessibility.

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Knowledge Gateway

The Imaging Modalities Hub provides access to expert-led features, innovation updates and clinical insights from Open MedScience. The hubs connects imaging disciplines, supporting informed decisions across research, education and practice.

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