Dr. Natalie Serkova Transforms Animal Imaging in Rocky Mountain Region
Dr. Natalie Serkova, a renowned figure in animal imaging, has been instrumental in developing one of the most advanced animal MRI facilities in the Rocky Mountain region. Based at the University of Colorado Cancer Center, Serkova's work spans 19 years and has significantly impacted the field of pre-clinical magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Serkova's expertise lies in neuroradiology, with a fascination for MRI since her high school years. She currently directs the Animal Imaging Shared Resource, offering annual workshops at Anschutz Medical Campus, CU Boulder, and Colorado State University. These workshops educate researchers on reading and analyzing animal images.
Serkova's facility receives animals from various institutions across the region, including CSU, CU Boulder, Nebraska, Montana, and Wyoming. Her team oversees state-of-the-art equipment for MRI, optical imaging, CT and PET, metabolomics, irradiation, and more. This comprehensive approach allows for non-invasive, highly translational studies that can be applied to human patients.
Serkova's contributions have been recognized internationally. In 2021, she received the Senior Fellow Award from the International Society of Magnetic Resonance in Medicine for her leadership in pre-clinical MRI and significant contributions to functional and molecular MRI in cancer. She collaborates with researchers on the Anschutz campus, including neuro-oncologists at Children's Hospital Colorado, to develop ultra-high-resolution brain MRI protocols for mouse models.
Dr. Serkova's dedication and leadership have transformed the Comparative Medicine Imaging Facility into a regional hub for animal imaging. Her work not only advances animal research but also bridges the gap between animal studies and human patient care.
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