Functional MRI Lab

General Electric MR750 Discovery 3.0T scanner
Modular Unit MRI Machine

Specifications [Word doc | PDF]:

Field Strength: 3.0 (actively shielded)

Maximum Gradient Amplitude: 50 mT/m

Slew Rate: 200 mT/m/s

RF coils: 

• 8-channel surface coil array
• Volumetric quadrature bird cage head coil
• Two 32-channel receive arrays (Nova Medical)

Software Release: GE MR750 DV26R2

Spectroscopy / Multinuclear Capabilities: The system also has MR spectroscopy (MRS) pulse sequences.

Fast Imaging Sequences:

•  EPI
• Spiral
• SENSE
• SMASH
• Multiband EPI

Patient Monitoring: 

• Intercom
• Pulse oximeter
• Chest plethysmograph

Space:

• Four faculty/staff offices
• Administrative office
• Student office area (8 desks)
• Magnet room
• Magnet equipment room
• Large control room
• Electronics shop
• Subject waiting room
• Subject dressing room
• Subject training room
• Three parking spaces for subjects

Computer:

The Functional MRI Laboratory computing environment includes four multiprocessor Linux servers (2x 52T storage, 1x 26T storage, 1x 15T storage. The Lab will also have a network of approximately 15 Linux workstations, including two designated for general use by Lab users. A wide variety of commercial and custom software is available for these systems to process functional MRI data.

The lab also has a half-time computer system administrator.

General Electric 3.0T Ultra-High Performance (UHP3T) scanner
BIRB MRI Machine

Specifications [Word doc | PDF]:

Field Strength: 3.0 (actively shielded)

Maximum Gradient Amplitude: 50 mT/m

Slew Rate: 200 mT/m/s

RF coils: 

• 8-channel surface coil array
• Volumetric quadrature bird cage head coil
• Two 32-channel receive arrays (Nova Medical)

Software Release: GE MR750 DV26R2

Spectroscopy / Multinuclear Capabilities: The system also has MR spectroscopy (MRS) pulse sequences.

Fast Imaging Sequences:

•  EPI
• Spiral
• SENSE
• SMASH
• Multiband EPI

Patient Monitoring: 

• Intercom
• Pulse oximeter
• Chest plethysmograph

Space:

• Four faculty/staff offices
• Administrative office
• Student office area (8 desks)
• Magnet room
• Magnet equipment room
• Large control room
• Electronics shop
• Subject waiting room
• Subject dressing room
• Subject training room
• Three parking spaces for subjects

Computer:

The Functional MRI Laboratory computing environment includes four multiprocessor Linux servers (2x 52T storage, 1x 26T storage, 1x 15T storage. The Lab will also have a network of approximately 15 Linux workstations, including two designated for general use by Lab users. A wide variety of commercial and custom software is available for these systems to process functional MRI data.

The lab also has a half-time computer system administrator.

A00587 - Psychology Software Tools: Celeritas Fiber Optic Response Claws (BIRB)

A00591 - Psychology Software Tools: Celeritas Fiber Optic Response Claws (Modular Unit)

A00588 - Current Designs Fiber Optic response (BIRB)

A00592 - Current Designs Fiber Optic response (Modular Unit)

A00589 - Avotec eyetracker (BIRB)

A00594 - Avotec eyetracker (Modular Unit)

Exempt - Avotec audio system

Exempt - Nordic Neurolab LCD Screen (BIRB and Modular)

A00590 - Nordic VSHD goggles

A00593 - FOMRI noise cancelling fiber-optic microphone

Exempt - MR audio headphones/earbuds

A00584 - Nova Medical 32-channel head coil

A00585 - Nova Medical 32-channel head coil

A00595 - Nova Medical 32-channel head coil

A00596 - MRI Instruments Duoflex surface coils

357650 - Nordic Neurolab: Display goggles and eyetracker camera

261896 - Nova Medical: 8-channel receiver array coil

261895 - Nova Medical: Occipital coil

261893 - Custom-made Arterial Spin Labeling subsystem (for two -coil ASL perfusion measurements)

261892 (Main Unit) - Magstim Model 220 Biphasic TMS stimulator

261891 (power) - Magstim Model 220 Biphasic TMS stimulator

261890 (power) - Magstim Model 220 Biphasic TMS stimulator

261486 - Biopac 100C EMG system

If you need to get your subjects accustomed to the scanner or train them to respond in the scanner environment, there are two "fake" scanners on campus. This is also useful for the training of RAs or figuring out the logistics of "tricky" experiments.

Note: If your project involves the use of the mock scanner, you need to specify it on your IRB!

East Hall

The East Hall Mock fMRI is in room B412 (see the map).

The room has a computer with E-prime installed and a couple of button boxes for responses. The display consists of a system of mirrors. We currently do not have goggles available for the mock scanner.

There are speakers built into the replica, so you can play any scanner sound you want for greater realism. You can also download the typical sounds for several of our sequences. 

• DTI
• EPI
• Overlay
• SPGR
• Spiral

To access the room, email [email protected]. Currently, there is plenty of availability, so you can book just about any time you want. However, the request should be sent at least two weeks before the desired training appointment. Please also indicate whether it is for one-time use or if you will be using it regularly.

Rachel Upjohn Building

The Rachel Upjohn Building Mock fMRI Scanner is located in Room 2562.

The room contains a BrainLogics MRI Simulator System from Psychology Software Tools. It has a computer with E-Prime 2 installed for task display (task development requires a license) and collects responses via button gloves. Tasks are displayed using a computer monitor with a mirrored display and a Siemens-style mock head coil. We do not have prescription goggles. Speakers built into the mock scanner are loaded with the Bonisteel fMRI Laboratory’s GE EPI sequence.

The Rachel Upjohn Building Mock fMRI Scanner may be available for investigators outside Psychiatry by special arrangement. 

Please contact Fawn Kieliszewski at [email protected].

The East Hall Mock fMRI is in room B412 (see the map).

The room has a computer with E-prime installed and a couple of button boxes for responses. The display consists of a system of mirrors. We currently do not have goggles available for the mock scanner.

The replica has built-in speakers, so you can play any scanner sound you want for greater realism. You can also download the typical sounds for several of our sequences. 

• DTI
• EPI
• Overlay
• SPGR
• Spiral

To access the room, email [email protected]. Currently, there is plenty of availability, so you can book just about any time you want. However, the request should be sent at least two weeks before the desired training appointment. Please also indicate whether it is for one-time use or if you will be using it regularly.

The Rachel Upjohn Building Mock fMRI Scanner is located in Room 2562.

The room contains a BrainLogics MRI Simulator System from Psychology Software Tools. It has a computer with E-Prime 2 installed for task display (task development requires a license) and collects responses via button gloves. Tasks are displayed using a computer monitor with a mirrored display and a Siemens-style mock head coil. We do not have prescription goggles. Speakers built into the mock scanner are loaded with the Bonisteel fMRI Laboratory’s GE EPI sequence.

The Rachel Upjohn Building Mock fMRI Scanner may be available for investigators outside Psychiatry by special arrangement. 

Please contact Fawn Kieliszewski at [email protected].

The IRB requires the list of applications and renewals for the device to be used, including FDA numbers and device descriptions. Below is the information users should include with their applications:

Modular Unit MRI Machine

• Device Type: 3T MRI Scanner
• Device Trade Name: GE MR750 3.0T With Discovery MR System
• FDA 510(K) Number: K081028
• Manufacturer / Supplier: General Electric
• CFR & Product Label for Device: 
  Product Label
  CFR Listing

BIRB MRI Machine

• Device Type: 3T MRI Scanner
• Device Trade Name: GE MR750 3.0T With Discovery MR System
• FDA 510(K) Number: K081028
• Manufacturer / Supplier: General Electric
• CFR & Product Label for Device: 
  Product Label
  CFR Listing

The IRB requires the list of applications and renewals for the device to be used, including FDA numbers and device descriptions. Below is the information users should include with their applications:

Magstim Double 70mm Air Film Coil Model

• Device Trade Name: Magstim Double 70mm Air Film Coil Model
• FDA 510(K) Number: K080499
• Manufacturer / Supplier: The Magstim Company Ltd.

• CFR & Product Label for Device: 

  Product Label
  CFR Listing

The University bus route, Commuter Northbound and Southbound, stops in front of the Bonisteel Interdisciplinary Research Building. 

From CIC (530 S. State):

Turn Left (North) onto State Street. Stay on State until it deadends, then turn Right. At the first light, turn Left onto Fuller. Turn Left onto Bonisteel at the entrance to North Campus. Go straight to the stop sign, and the Bonisteel Interdisciplinary Research Building will be at the end of the block on your right.

From NCIC (2101 Bonisteel):

Cross Bonisteel, then walk East. The Bonisteel Interdisciplinary Research Building will be at the end of the block, on your right.
 

From I-94:

Take I-94 to exit 180 (US-23). Take US-23 North to Exit 39 (Geddes Road). At the end of the exit, turn left (west) onto Geddes Rd. Travel approximately two miles. After the third stop-light, turn right (north) onto Beal Ave. The parking lot behind BIRB is the second drive way on the left (west). See parking information below, as it has changed.

From I-96:

Take I-96 east to US-23 south (Exit 148A). US-23 South with M-14. Follow US-23 South/M-14 east until they separate at exit 42. Continue following US-23 south to Exit 39 (Geddes Road). At the end of the exit, turn right (west) onto Geddes Rd. Travel approximately two miles. After the third stop-light, turn right (north) onto Beal Ave. The parking lot behind BIRB is the second driveway on the left (west); see parking information below, as it has changed.

From M-14:

Take M-14 west to US-23. Take US-23 South to Exit 39 (Geddes Road). At the end of the exit, turn right (west) onto Geddes Rd. Travel approximately two miles. After the third stop-light, turn right (north) onto Beal Ave. The parking lot behind BIRB is the second drive way on the left (west); see parking information below, as it has changed.

Google Maps

The FMRI parking spaces are on the left (west) side of the parking lot behind the BIRB building (lot NC-16) and are identified by signs in front of the parking spaces, with "FMRI" printed on the signs.

Please enter the BIRB building and see your study coordinator to get a parking pass for these spaces. Should your study coordinator be unavailable at the time of your arrival, please see the Scanning Technologist on duty in room 1089.