Focus on the physics of magnetic resonance on porous media

Abstract

Porous media are ubiquitous in our environment and their application is extremely broad. The common connection between these diverse materials is the importance of the microstructure in determining the physical, chemical and biological functions and properties. Magnetic resonance and its imaging modality have been essential for noninvasive characterization of these materials in the development of catalysts, understanding cement hydration, fluid transport in rocks and soil, geological prospecting and characterization of tissue properties for medical diagnosis. This focus issue highlights recent NMR/MRI technical development, the underlying physics associated with the new technology, as well as novel applications of the technologies. © IOP Publishing Ltd and Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft.