University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Biomedical EngineeringStroke Imaging and Analysis Lab
Chun Yuan · Seattle, Washington
Research Focus
Dr. Chun Yuan's lab at the University of Washington focuses on advancing techniques in MRI to better understand and classify ischemic strokes. By developing automated analysis tools, their research aims to provide clearer diagnostics for stroke patients, particularly those with unclear causes, allowing for more targeted treatment options. The lab integrates state-of-the-art imaging and machine learning methods to enhance stroke prevention strategies.
MRIischemic strokevessel wall imagingstroke classificationmachine learningcardiac pathologyatherosclerosisautomated analysisAI methods
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop advanced MRI techniques for detecting atherosclerosis in stroke patients
AIM 02Create automated analysis pipelines for intracranial vessel wall MRI
AIM 03Combine existing clinical data with new imaging features to improve stroke classification
Skills the Lab Values
MRI techniquesautomated image analysismachine learningstatistical modelingdata collectionimage registrationvascular analysisclinical research methodologiesprogramming in Python
Output against the department
Publications630top 10% of dept.61st of 595
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Citations33ktop 7% of dept.44th of 595
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