A mini review of NMR and MRI

Abstract

Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are versatile tools with broad applications from physics and chemistry to geology and medical studies. In this mini-review, we consider the concepts of NMR and MRI technologies from their fundamental origins to applications in medical science. We start from a quantum mechanical basis and consider the significant importance of NMR and MRI in clinical research. Furthermore, we briefly introduce different types of NMR systems. We also investigate some of the most important applications of MRI techniques to provide valuable methods for visualizing the inside of the body and soft tissues.