Understanding Preclinical Imaging: Advancing Biomedical Research Through Visual Science
Preclinical imaging plays a crucial role in modern biomedical and pharmaceutical research. It involves using non-invasive imaging techniques to visualize and study biological processes in living animal models before clinical trials in humans.
By providing detailed insights into how diseases develop and how potential therapies interact with biological systems, preclinical imaging bridges the gap between laboratory discoveries and human applications — accelerating the journey from bench to bedside.
What Is Preclinical Imaging?
Preclinical imaging refers to the use of advanced imaging technologies to study anatomy, physiology, metabolism, and molecular activity in preclinical (non-human) research settings. These techniques allow scientists to monitor disease progression, evaluate drug efficacy, and assess treatment safety in real time.
Unlike traditional tissue sampling methods, preclinical imaging offers longitudinal data — meaning the same animal can be studied multiple times, reducing variability and the number of test subjects…