Studying PHYsiology with NeXt generation Molecular imaging: SPHYNX (SPHYNX) Ghent University
Existing Total Body PET scanners are very expensive. In this project, we ensure that this fast technique can also provide high patient throughput. Using the latest monolithic detector technology, we propose a new design, departing from the classical positioning of the patient on a bed. We propose an upright scanner (similar to mm-wave scanners at airports or flat X-ray) using TOF technology. This optimizes the detector area and avoids time-consuming positioning of the patient. The purpose of this scanner is to study physiology in plants, veterinary animals and humans. The new design has a ...