Revolutionizing Brain Research Using Portable MRI in Field Settings: Public Perspectives on the Ethical and Legal Challenges.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

New, highly portable MRI (pMRI) technology promises to revolutionize brain research by facilitating field-based studies that can expand research to new settings beyond the traditional MRI suite in a medical center. At this early stage of development, understanding public knowledge and attitudes about pMRI research is crucial.

Objective

In this article we present the first empirical study of the general public's willingness to participate in pMRI research, and their perceptions of expected benefits and concerns.

Methods & results

We conducted a nationally representative online survey (N = 2,001) administered Aug. 15-31, 2022. We found that respondents were overwhelmingly willing to participate in pMRI research, with no significant differences between five

SUBMITTER: Madzelan MK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12296799 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature