Chantal Tax

Dr. Chantal Tax is a Research Fellow at Cardiff University's School of Physics and Astronomy, specializing in diffusion MRI and its applications in neuroimaging. Her work focuses on advancing quantitative MRI techniques, including ultra-strong gradient diffusion MRI and tractography, to study brain microstructure, white matter abnormalities, and developmental differences in preterm infants. Tax has contributed significantly to methodological advancements in diffusion MRI preprocessing, harmonization, and clinical applications in oncology and neurology.

Her research interests span medical physics, neurodevelopmental imaging, and the integration of machine learning for optimizing MRI protocols. Notable studies include exploring myelin sheath quantification via diffusion models, assessing cancer microstructure, and investigating white matter changes in movement disorders. Tax collaborates extensively with global institutions, contributing to open challenges in diffusion MRI metadata standards (e.g., aDWI-BIDS) and reproducibility in tractography.

Publications highlight Tax's expertise in diffusion MRI's clinical and research applications, including pediatric neuroimaging, brain connectivity mapping, and the development of novel imaging biomarkers. Her work bridges physics, computer science, and clinical medicine, addressing challenges in neuroimaging accuracy and accessibility.