Specific programme: Marie Sklodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (IF) - European Fellowship

UPV/EHU Partner Status: Beneficiary
UPV/EHU Supervisor: Juan Maria Collantes

Project start:  04/09/2017
Project end: 03/09/2019

Brief description: The key goals of the RF-MAFS project are: the training of the Experienced Researcher (ER) in the fast growing field of Scientific Instrumentation, where the host and partner institutions have critical knowledge and expertise and the design, development and optimisation of a new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine based on the concept of Radio-Frequency Magic Angle Field Spinning (RF-MAFS). The aim of the research project is to design and develop a novel type of portable MRI scanner which enhances the image resolution by applying a rotating magnetic field. This project brings together Engineering Skills, Magnetic Resonance (MR) Knowledge and Medical Imaging Insights. Therefore, it will clearly have a broad positive impact on the European Research Area (ERA). The interdisciplinary and intersectoral training program includes specific training in RF power devices, magnet design and training in transfer of knowledge from academia to industry. Then, it will enhance and broaden the ER´s expertise in Applied Scientific Instrumentation, increasing his exposure to both academia and industry. Additionally, through the three-month secondment at University College London the ER will have contact with the medical image processing part of the action. Therefore, the multidisciplinary project activities including outreach activities, supervision, and complimentary course outlined in the work plan, reflect all training objectives and will assist the ER in acquiring necessary competences and reaching professional maturity.