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Dr. Alan Wilman is a Professor in the Department of Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging within the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta. He also holds a cross-appointment as a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering. His academic career focuses on the physics and engineering of Magnetic Resonance Imaging with applications in neurological disorders.
Dr. Wilman's research interests center on MRI development, particularly in relaxation and susceptibility mapping techniques with clinical applications to multiple sclerosis and other neurological diseases. His lab operates a dedicated research MRI facility at the University of Alberta Hospital, housing a 3T Siemens Prisma and a 4.7T system. His work bridges physics, engineering, and clinical applications to improve diagnostic capabilities.
Analysis of Dr. Wilman's recent publications shows a strong focus on quantitative MRI techniques, particularly susceptibility mapping and advanced image processing methods. His research increasingly incorporates machine learning approaches for disease detection and analysis, with significant work on neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The trend shows movement toward more clinical applications of advanced MRI techniques.
Dr. Wilman has served as Associate Chair (Grad Studies) in the Biomedical Engineering department for many years, demonstrating his commitment to graduate education. His teaching includes BME 513 Imaging Methods in Medicine and MRI Physics for Radiology residents, with most instruction focused on direct interaction with graduate students. His lab typically recruits students with backgrounds in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or physics.
Dr. Wilman's research MRI facility includes specialized equipment for advanced imaging research, with a 3T Siemens Prisma dedicated to research and a 4.7T system. This infrastructure supports his work on developing new acquisition and processing methods for MRI applications in human health, particularly for neurological conditions.
