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David Rudko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Neurology/Neurosurgery at McGill University. His research focuses on applying novel MRI methodologies in conjunction with biophysical modeling to augment understanding of brain anatomy and physiology in the context of neurological diseases. His lab investigates the interplay of sub-voxel and cellular-level components, particularly microglia and axons, which play critical roles in determining the onset and progression of diseases. David’s work includes the development of MRI physics acquisition and post-processing techniques aimed at mapping myelin density and axonal geometry. The ultimate goal is to extend magnetic susceptibility relaxometry-based models of brain tissue microstructure to develop atlases that are applicable to neurological diseases. His current research also addresses challenges associated with ultra-high field MRI, including RF field homogenization and B0 shimming. The lab uses advanced imaging techniques such as small animal and human MRI/MRS to explore these complex issues.
Department: Department of Medicine. Program: Experimental Medicine.