Magnetic resonance microscopy: in vivo sectioning of a developing insect |
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| Authors: | W E Conner G A Johnson G P Cofer K Dittrich |
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| Institution: | Department of Zoology, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina 27706. |
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| Abstract: | The utility of magnetic resonance imaging vis-a-vis insect morphology and development was investigated. MRI is a noninvasive technique that distinguishes between tissues based on proton content and proton 'environment'. At present a resolution of 100 micron is achievable. The technique avoids fixation artifacts and allows the detection of motion within the organism. |
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