Transferring spin polarization from a gas to a solid

Some time ago, scientists learned to polarize noble gases so that when they were inhaled, an MRI machine could take pictures of the lungs. But if other types of elements could be polarized as well, the potential benefits to the medical community could be even greater.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news98612526.html">Transferring spin polarization from a gas to a solid</a></p> <p>Some time ago, scientists learned to polarize noble gases so that when they were inhaled, an MRI machine could take pictures of the lungs. But if other types of elements could be polarized as well, the potential benefits to the medical community could be even greater. </p>