Master of Science in Clinical Neuroimaging

The MNI program will provide students with the theoretical and clinical skills necessary to practice high quality brain imaging work using multiple modalities in both healthy and patient populations. The program will also familiarize the students with evidence-based practices.

The program will introduce new modalities, radiological technologies, radiological informatics, and digital imaging to establish the requisite breadth of knowledge in the discipline. The program also focuses on establishing an in-depth mastery of entry-level knowledge and skills through series of classroom lectures, research-based courses, and practical clinical internship rotations at affiliate training sites.

Upon graduation, students will have developed a deeper understanding of clinical neuroradiology in terms of neuroanatomy, neuropathology, imaging techniques and analyses. In addition, the graduates of this program will be uniquely positioned to make considerable contributions to research in the field of brain neuroimaging.

Classes

MNI 528: Foundational Neuroanatomy and Systems

This course aims to establish a foundational knowledge of neuroanatomy and the systems in the brain. It will help students refresh their knowledge in the area and better engage in the advanced level courses. The main aspects covered under this course are Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology. Basic concepts of memory and behavioral localization will also be covered.

MNI 529: Pathology and Diagnostic Neuroimaging I

This course aims to give students a broad introductory knowledge of some common, important neurological pathologies and of the role of Neuroimaging in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of these conditions. The course focuses on Stroke (including perfusion and diffusion techniques), Inflammation and Infections, and Artificial Intelligence in Neuroradiology.

MNI 530: Image Analysis

This course will explore the image analyses aspects of several neuroimaging techniques covering both theoretical and practical perspectives. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience with several analysis packages, with the aim of consolidating and building upon their knowledge of image analysis theory. Students will also gain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the various stages of analyzing neuroimaging and electrophysiological data which will provide a firm foundation upon which any future image analysis package can be learnt.

MNI 531: Pathology and Diagnostic Neuroimaging II

This course aims to give students a broad introductory knowledge of some common, important neurological pathologies and of the role of Neuroimaging in the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of these conditions. The course focuses on Tumors, Epilepsy, Degenerative Diseases, Trauma, Pediatric Neuroradiology, and Artificial Intelligence in Neuroradiology.

MNI 532: Advanced Image Analysis

This course aims to provide theoretical background and practical instruction on several key advanced methods in neuroimaging analysis, including connectivity, multivariate pattern analysis, advanced diffusion and PET methods, M/EEG source estimation, and fMRI. The course will focus on the theoretical issues underlying the methodology such as anatomical, functional, and effective connectivity; pattern-information mapping vs. mass-univariate modelling; parametric vs. non-parametric statistical methods; and Bayesian approaches to inverse problems. Practical sessions will apply the theory introduced in lectures and provide introductory hands-on training in several advanced analysis methods.

MNI 601 A: Research Capstone Project

The course is designed to enhance the students’ knowledge and capabilities that are required to provide effective, comprehensive, and high-quality research needed for their graduation capstone project. The course will also enhance their academic writing skills that are needed in their postgraduate studies.

MNI 601 B: Research Capstone Project B

The course is designed to enhance the students’ knowledge and capabilities that are required to provide effective, comprehensive, and high-quality research needed for their graduation capstone project. The course will also enhance their academic writing skills that are needed in their postgraduate studies.

MNI 601 B: Research Capstone Project B

The course is designed to enhance the students’ knowledge and capabilities that are required to provide effective, comprehensive, and high-quality research needed for their graduation capstone project. The course will also enhance their academic writing skills that are needed in their postgraduate studies.

MNI 602 A: Clinical Internship A

These internships aim to provide the students with focused, hands-on clinical training in clinical neuroimaging sub-specialties such as:

•      Training in PET-MR and PET-CT

•      Training in MRI and CT

•      Training in MEG, EEG and TMS

•      Training in Neuronavigation

MNI 602 B: Clinical Internship B

These internships aim to provide the students with focused, hands-on clinical training in clinical neuroimaging sub-specialties such as:

•      Training in PET-MR and PET-CT

•      Training in MRI and CT

•      Training in MEG, EEG and TMS

•      Training in Neuronavigation