AI algorithm enables tracking of vital white matter pathways
MIT News • 2/10/2026 – 2/11/2026
Summary
A new AI algorithm has been developed that enables the tracking of vital white matter pathways in the brainstem. This tool reliably and finely resolves distinct nerve bundles in live diffusion MRI scans, allowing for the detection of signs of injury or disease.
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