We are seeking support to establish an intra-operative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI) facility at Addenbrookes that will transform the care and treatment of brain tumours and neurodegenerative diseases.

An iMRI is a pioneering tool that integrates real‑time MRI scanning directly into the operating theatre. It allows surgeons to obtain high‑resolution images during surgery, enabling far greater precision. For example, surgeons can verify that a brain tumour has been completely and safely removed by performing a final scan before the skull and scalp are closed, significantly improving outcomes and reducing the need for repeat operations.

The iMRI will address a vital regional patient need within the NHS, providing capacity for complex neurosurgical procedures that would not be possible at Cambridge University Hospitals otherwise. It will form the centrepiece of a new, purpose built facility with its own operating theatre, anaesthetic room and recovery beds. Alongside its clinical benefits, the iMRI will also enable researchers to develop pioneering gene- and-cell-based treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

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There is a pressing need for this facility, which will allow us to offer the best treatments and clinical trial options to children and adults in our care. We are seeking support from visionary philanthropists to enable us to build this new national centre of excellence. There are opportunities to support our project at every level of giving, including, for an exceptional donation, the opportunity to name the whole centre.