Mara Cercignani

Professor Mara Cercignani is affiliated with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School at the University of Sussex. Her work focuses on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and its applications in understanding brain structure and function through advanced imaging techniques.

Professor Cercignani's research explores the versatility of MRI to visualize microscopic tissue features, particularly in the context of healthy and diseased brains. She has emphasized its role in improving diagnostic accuracy and understanding neurological conditions, highlighting its safety and contrast capabilities in clinical settings.

In her inaugural lecture on 13 March 2013, titled "Going for a spin: A journey through the world of MRI," she discussed how MRI measurements can reveal critical insights into brain health and disease. The lecture was held in the Chowen Lecture Theatre and underscored MRI's evolving impact in medical diagnostics.