The overall objective of Dr. Li’s research program is the development and clinical application of 3D fast MR imaging techniques for the evaluation of the cardiovascular system. Special interests include MR imaging of coronary arteries and blood flow to the heart muscle, visualization of the artery wall for the detection and characterization of atherosclerotic plaque, and myocardial tissue characterization.

Professor Li has authored over 220 articles and 17 book chapters. He is the associate editor of top MRI journals Magnetic Resonance Medicine and Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging. He is past president of the International Society for Magnetic resonance in Medicine.

RESEARCH AND INTERESTS
magnetic resonance imaging
cardiovascular imaging
coronary artery disease
atherosclerosis
angiography