Alumni: Thomas Martin, Ph.D.
Graduate Student Researcher
Web Sung Lab
Research – My research is primarily focused on developing and applying novel pulse sequences (including non-cartesian sampling) and some image reconstruction techniques for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). My research is currently focused on developing sequences to improve MRI guided interventional procedures by reducing the needle induced artifacts. Also I am using the same sequence with a multi-slice fast imaging technique for fast acquisitions in the brain and eventually whole body. I am also collaborating on a project that is looking to improve quantitative MRI imaging using non-cartesian sampling with compressed sensing.
Background – I received my B.S. degree in Physics and minor in Mathematics from Utah State University, Utah in 2012 before entering the Biomedical Interdepartmental Program at UCLA the same year.
Favorite things about UCLA – I really enjoy the student-faculty relationships. Everyone is helpful and very focused on their research. The weather is awesome here all year round. There are also a lot of great places to eat around here as well.
Other Interests – I also enjoy playing basketball and all other sports, guitar, reading, camping, cooking, being with my family, and going to the beach. I am also a Boy Scout leader of a local Boy Scouts of America troop.
Research Interests – Oncological MRI, Neuroimaging