Mehri Kaviani

Contact

• workRoom 4 Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre
  University Park
  Nottingham
  NG7 2RD
  UK
• work0115 951 8276
• Mehri.Kaviani@nottingham.ac.uk

Biography

I am Dr. Mehri Kaviani Moghaddam, a medical physicist specializing in bioelectromagnetic research, diagnostic and advanced imaging technologies.

My academic journey began with a BSc in Diagnostic Radiology from Tehran University, followed by an MSc in Medical Physics at Tarbiat Modares University, where I graduated top of my class.

My passion for bioelectromagnetics led me to earn a PhD in Medical Physics, focusing on the biological effects of magnetic fields on the nervous system through advanced electrophysiological techniques. Followed by Post doc at Lund University Sweden.

During my postdoctoral research at Lund University in Sweden, I investigated the impact of magnetic fields on various biological systems and their applications in medical physics, enhancing my skills in experimental design and data analysis.

Currently, at the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre (SPMIC) at the University of Nottingham, I engage in pioneering research and quality assurance processes.My responsibilities include operating MRI scanners across multiple platforms, assisting external users with data collection, and collaborating on diverse research projects with departments across the University and Queen's Medical Centre (QMC).I am involved in setting up functional MRI (fMRI) studies and developing imaging protocols to support advanced medical physics research.

Teaching is a significant aspect of my career. In Iran, I have taught courses in medical physics inspiring students and contributing to the development of medical physics education.

I am honoured to have contributed to the international IMAGEN project for four years, supporting research into adolescent brain development and mental health.This project reflects my commitment to advancing imaging science for the betterment of healthcare and neuroscience.

My primary research interests include bioelectromagnetic studies, MRI/ MRS, and ensuring the safety and efficacy of non-ionizing radiation. Through collaboration, innovation, and teaching.

Expertise Summary

My areas of expertise include:

• Bioelectromagnetic Research: Studying the biological effects of magnetic fields on various systems and exploring their applications in medical physics.
• Medical Imaging: Using MRI as a tool for research, including setting up fMRI studies and developing imaging protocols.
• Medical Physics Education: Teaching courses related to medical physics in Iran, focusing on medical imaging and bioelectromagnetic.
• Research Support and Collaboration: Running MRI scanners, assisting external users in data collection, and contributing to multidisciplinary research projects at the University of Nottingham and Queen's Medical Centre (QMC).
• Diagnostic Radiology: Practical experience as a radiographer and knowledge of imaging technologies.

Research Summary

Optimisation of the quantification of muscle phosphocreatine degradation during dynamic exercise and recovery using 31P MRS

Recent Publications

• SARGEANT, J. A., BAWDEN, S., SIMPSON, E. J., KAVIANI, M., GOWLAND, P., DORLING, J. L., NIMMO, M. A., MACDONALD, I., AITHAL, G. P. and KING, J. A., 2017. Sprint interval exercise training reduces intrahepatic, visceral and subcutaneous abdominal fat despite no change in body weight, but has variable effects on whole-body insulin sensitivity JOURNAL OF HEPATOLOGY. 66(1), S429-S429
• CHEE, C., MANSELL, P., STEPHENS, F., CORDON, S., KAVIANI, M., HOAD, C., BAWDEN, S., GOWLAND, P. and MACDONALD, I., 2016. The effects of hyperenergetic carbohydrate vs fat diets on liver fat content and insulin sensitivity in overweight healthy males DIABETIC MEDICINE. 33, 29-29
• Neural Correlates of Failed Inhibitory Control as an Early Marker of Disordered Eating in Adolescents https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/biological-psychiatry. Volume 85(Issue 11), 956-965
• Substance Use Initiation, Particularly Alcohol, in Drug-Naive Adolescents: Possible Predictors and Consequences From a Large Cohort Naturalistic Study https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-the-american-academy-of-child-and-adolescent-psychiatry. 60(5), 623-636

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Past Research

1-Interaction between extremely low frequency magnetic field (ELF magnetic fields) and different biological structures

2-Analgetic effects of non-thermal GSM-1900 radiofrequency electromagnetic fields in the land snail Helix pomatia

3. IMAGEN Study:

The IMAGEN project investigates the relationship between reinforcement-related behavior, normal brain function, and psychopathology

4. Sprint Interval Training (SIT) and Ectopic Lipids:

A study examined the effects of SIT on ectopic lipids and whole-body insulin sensitivity in individuals with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

5. Dietary Impacts on Liver Fat and Insulin Sensitivity:

Research comparing the effects of hyperenergetic carbohydrate versus fat diets on liver fat content and insulin sensitivity in overweight healthy males

6. Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) and Hepatic Oxidative Stress:

Advancements in MRS have enabled non-invasive assessment of hepatic oxidative stress defenses by measuring flux through the glutathione synthesis pathway.

Future Research

MRS and Metabolic imaging experiments using 11.7T MRI scanner

• SARGEANT, J. A., BAWDEN, S., SIMPSON, E. J., KAVIANI, M., GOWLAND, P., DORLING, J. L., NIMMO, M. A., MACDONALD, I., AITHAL, G. P. and KING, J. A., 2017. Sprint interval exercise training reduces intrahepatic, visceral and subcutaneous abdominal fat despite no change in body weight, but has variable effects on whole-body insulin sensitivity JOURNAL OF HEPATOLOGY. 66(1), S429-S429
• CHEE, C., MANSELL, P., STEPHENS, F., CORDON, S., KAVIANI, M., HOAD, C., BAWDEN, S., GOWLAND, P. and MACDONALD, I., 2016. The effects of hyperenergetic carbohydrate vs fat diets on liver fat content and insulin sensitivity in overweight healthy males DIABETIC MEDICINE. 33, 29-29
• Neural Correlates of Failed Inhibitory Control as an Early Marker of Disordered Eating in Adolescents https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/biological-psychiatry. Volume 85(Issue 11), 956-965
• Substance Use Initiation, Particularly Alcohol, in Drug-Naive Adolescents: Possible Predictors and Consequences From a Large Cohort Naturalistic Study https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-the-american-academy-of-child-and-adolescent-psychiatry. 60(5), 623-636
• Neural Correlates of Adolescent Irritability and Its Comorbidity With Psychiatric Disorders Author links open overlay panel https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-the-american-academy-of-child-and-adolescent-psychiatry. 59(12), 1371-1379
• Nonthermal GSM RF and ELF EMF effects upon rat BBB permeability https://link.springer.com/journal/10669. 31, 140–148
• 50 Hz alternating extremely low frequency magnetic fields affect excitability, firing and action potential shape through interaction with ionic channels in snail neuron https://link.springer.com/journal/10669. 28, 341–347
• Effects of Weak Environmental Magnetic Fields on the Spontaneous Bioelectrical Activity of Snail Neurons https://link.springer.com/journal/232. 240, 63–71
• Analgetic effects of non-thermal GSM-1900 radiofrequency electromagnetic fields in the land snail Helix pomatia International Journal of Radiation Biology. 88(3), 245-252
• Cannabis-Associated Psychotic-like Experiences Are Mediated by Developmental Changes in the Parahippocampal Gyrus https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-the-american-academy-of-child-and-adolescent-psychiatry. 59(5), 642-649
• Calcium efflux of plasma membrane vesicles exposed to ELF magnetic fields—test of a nuclear magnetic resonance interaction model† Bioelectromagnetics. 33(7), 535-621
• Blunted ventral striatal responses to anticipated rewards foreshadow problematic drug use in novelty-seeking adolescents. Nat. Commun. 8, 14140 https://www.nature.com/ncomms.
• Microwave fields have little effect on α-synuclein aggregation in a Caenorhabditis elegans model of Parkinson's disease https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/1521186x. 37(2), 116-129
• Reduction Of F1 Neuronal Excitability By Exposure To 217 Hz Magnetic Fields From GSM 900 Mobile Phone Cell Journal Yakhteh. 11(2), 176-183
• https://journals.mums.ac.ir/article_7529_90d24046085275fb11ac4b7dd41e4a44.pdf Iranian Journal of Medical Physics. 43-53
• The influence of age and nutrients on insulin sensitivity
• Su2056 Novel MRI Techniques and Parameters for Assessing the Impact of Laxatives on the Human Colon
• MRS measurements of [2-13C] glycine conversion to glutathione in the liver: A new method of measuring hepatic oxidative stress defences in vivo In: ISMRM2017.
• Personality, Social Factors, Brain Functioning, Familial Risk, and Trajectories of Alcohol Misuse in Adolescence https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/article-abstract/2822424#nav.
• Effect of a two week hyper energetic matched high carbohydrate vs high fat diet on hepatic fat stores and metabolic blood markers: A 1H MRS Study 24, ISMRM2016
• PWE-171 Assessing The Utility Of Key Mri Parameters In Characterising The Mode Of Action Of A Proven Effective Laxative, Ispaghula In: http://journals.bmj.com/. 63.
• Weak Environmental Magnetic Fields Inhibit Spontaneous Bioelectrical Activity in Snail Neurons
• Assessment of 217 Hz Frequency Component Amplitude of Magnetic Fields from Mobile https://journals.lww.com/epidem/pages/default.aspx. 17(6),
• The effects of sprint interval training on visceral, subcutaneous and hepatic fat stores: An MRI and 1H-MRS study of lipid content and composition In: ISMRM2017.
• Investigating The Effects of The Menstrual Cycle on Glycogen Utilisation and Metabolic Activity During Exercise: A 13C MRS Study In: ISMRM2024.
• The Effects of Menstrual Cycle on Hepatic Glycogen Stores Before and After Exercise: Preliminary Data From a 13C MRS Study In: ISMRM2023.