Medical Imaging Education Platform

Master the Science of
Medical Imaging

An interactive learning hub for radiologic technology students. Explore the physics, equipment, and clinical applications behind every major imaging modality — from X-rays to MRI.

6
Imaging Modalities
130+
Years of Radiology History
24
Interactive Diagrams
100%
Free to Use

All Imaging Modalities

Each modality page covers the underlying physics, how the equipment works, interactive diagrams, clinical applications, and key concepts for your exams.

Latest from the Blog

In-depth guides on positioning techniques, exam prep, career advice, and modality comparisons — written for radiologic technology students.

Abdominal X-Ray Positioning: A Complete Guide for Rad Techs

Master abdominal X-ray positioning — AP supine, erect, and left lateral decubitus with Clark's centering points. Common errors, quality checks, and ARRT exam tips.

Radiology Study Notes: Essential Rad Tech Guide

Physics formulas, positioning landmarks, contrast media, dose limits, patient care essentials — a complete study reference for ARRT and RTLE exam prep.

MRI Physics for Technologists: A Beginner's Guide

T1/T2 relaxation, Larmor frequency, gradient coils, pulse sequences, RF coils, and MRI safety concepts explained for MR tech students.

Nuclear Medicine Physics: Gamma Camera, SPECT & PET

Anger camera, planar imaging, SPECT vs PET, Tc-99m generator, annihilation coincidence detection, and nuclear medicine quality control.

Ultrasound Applications: Complete Guide to Sonography Uses

Abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular Doppler, MSK, interventional ultrasound, POCUS (FAST exam) — the complete range of diagnostic sonography applications.

What Is Radiography? A Complete Introduction

How X-ray imaging works, the role of the rad tech, all six imaging modalities, radiation safety, and how to start a career in radiologic technology.

X-Ray Production: How X-Rays Are Made

Bremsstrahlung braking radiation and characteristic radiation explained — how the X-ray tube generates photons, the emission spectrum, and the complete chain.

Latest Videos from Radiography101

The list updates from the channel feed and keeps a local fallback if the feed is unavailable.

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From Deadly Glow to High Res Health Map

A quick radiography-history explainer from early radiation discovery to modern imaging.

History

How to Use This Hub

Designed to work alongside your radiography program curriculum.

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Start with History

Get context on how medical imaging evolved. Understanding the "why" makes the physics easier to remember.

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Explore Each Modality

Each page covers physics principles, equipment diagrams, clinical uses, and key terminology.

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Use the Diagrams

Hover or tap on interactive diagrams to reveal labels, explanations, and component descriptions.

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Watch the Animations

Visual explainers show you exactly how each technology works — from X-ray production to MRI proton alignment.

Quick Modality Comparison

Key differences at a glance.

Modality Energy Source Ionizing? Primary Use Soft Tissue?
X-Ray X-ray photons Yes Bone, chest, dense structures Limited
Ultrasound Sound waves (MHz) No Soft tissue, vascular, OB ✓ Excellent
MRI Magnetic field + RF No Brain, spine, joints, soft tissue ✓ Superior
CT Scan X-ray photons Yes Trauma, chest, abdomen, vascular Moderate
Nuclear Medicine Gamma rays Yes Functional imaging, metabolism Moderate
Radiotherapy High-energy photons/particles Yes Cancer treatment