Rainer Hinz

Dr. Rainer Hinz is a Senior Lecturer in Functional Imaging at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Division of Informatics, Imaging & Data Sciences within the Research School of Cancer and Enabling Sciences. He specializes in developing and applying positron emission tomography (PET) techniques for radiation therapy monitoring, oncology, neurology, and psychiatry research.

• Education:
• Diplom-Ingenieur (Electrical Engineering) from Chemnitz University of Technology (1995)
• Doktor-Ingenieur (Biomedical Engineering) from Dresden University of Technology (2000)

Research focuses on PET methodologies for disease progression monitoring, particularly in Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and oncological applications. He contributes to advancing PET imaging standards, collaborating on projects like the CRUK Imaging Centres. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to health and innovation.

Publications emphasize neuroinflammation biomarkers, PET tracer applications, and imaging analytics. He actively supervises postgraduate research and contributes to interdisciplinary grants and teaching in advanced imaging techniques.