Michael R. Jackson
Imagining Imaging
Imagining Imaging
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Imagining Imaging explores the relationship between art and radiology/medical imaging, highlighting the artistic innovations that have shaped medical image construction and interpretation over thousands of years. The book includes artworks from various historical eras and contemporary artists, and discusses how radiographic imagery has inspired artists and moviemakers. It also offers insights into the business of image interpretation and is written in an accessible and humorous style.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 258 pages
Publication date: 26 November 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imagining Imaging delves into the intricate and profound connection between art and radiology/medical imaging, spanning a vast expanse of historical eras, geographical locations, and visual traditions. In this comprehensive exploration, Dr. Jackson makes a compelling argument that the foundations of medical image construction and interpretation can be traced back hundreds of thousands of years to artistic innovations. Since the discovery of X-rays, artists and moviemakers have drawn rich inspiration from radiographic imagery and concepts, fostering a continuous exchange between art and science.
This dynamic cross-pollination has shaped the evolution of medical imaging examinations, with creative endeavors continuing to mold the field. Imagining Imaging offers a unique blend of art, science, medical history, visual neurophysiology, and psychology, making it an essential read for radiologists, radiographers, and artists alike. With its engaging synthesis of art and medical history, coupled with anecdotes and insights from a working clinical radiologist, the book provides a diverse range of visual reference points, including astronomy, botany, and cartography. It also offers comprehensive discussions of medical imaging modalities, including plain radiography, ultrasound, CT, and MRI.
Packed with 200 full-color illustrations, the book is accessible, humorous, and captivating, appealing to anyone with an interest in looking at pictures. Whether you are a medical professional, an art enthusiast, or simply someone curious about the intersection of these two fields, Imagining Imaging offers a thought-provoking and enriching journey into the world of medical imaging.
Weight: 460g
Dimension: 154 x 232 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367427825
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