Alastair Martin

Alastair Martin, PhD, is a Professor and Vice Chair for Capital Infrastructure in the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at the University of California, San Francisco. He holds a BSc in Physics from the University of British Columbia, an MSc and PhD in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Western Ontario.

• Education:
  • BSc (Physics), University of British Columbia, 1987
  • MSc (Medical Biophysics), University of Toronto, 1989
  • PhD (Medical Biophysics), University of Toronto, 1994
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Western Ontario, 1996

His research focuses on interventional MRI applications, particularly MR guidance for neurosurgical procedures (e.g., deep brain stimulation) and endovascular interventions. He also investigates sustainable practices in radiology to reduce the carbon footprint of imaging systems. Dr. Martin has published over 150 journal articles, 200 conference abstracts, and 10 book chapters. His work spans clinical trials, device safety, and imaging optimization.

Key Research Themes:

• Development of MR-guided techniques for deep brain stimulator implantation
• Endovascular MRI applications and device safety
• Sustainable MRI practices and energy efficiency

Awards:

• Fellowship, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (1995–1996)
• Robert Pudenz Award, Congress of Neurological Surgeons (1989)

Grants include NIH funding for endovascular MRI tools (R01EB012031) and DBS implantation (R21EB008888). He leads the Advanced Imaging Technologies Resource Group and collaborates on initiatives like the TRACK-TBI study. His work bridges clinical innovation and environmental sustainability in medical imaging.