Neuroimaging Inequities in Africa: Health system readiness, diagnostic capacity, and an embedded case study of portable ultra-low-field MRI implementation in Ethiopia

Neurological conditions in Africa are an increasingly significant public health burden. Conditions such as stroke, dementia, and central nervous system infections impose a disproportionate burden in resource-constrained regions, highlighting the need to strengthen diagnostic capacity. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) are essential technologies for the diagnosis and management of these conditions. However, the availability and affordability of these advanced diagnostic technologies remain limited across the continent. A low-cost, portable ULF-MRI system may help exp

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