Prof. Marilyn E Noz|Physics |Best Researcher Award

Professor. Marilyn E Noz at New York University, United States

Dr. Marilyn E. Noz 🇺🇸, born June 17, 1939, in New York City 🗽, is a trailblazing physicist and educator whose pioneering work bridges theoretical physics and medical imaging. With a Ph.D. in Physics from Fordham University 🎓, she emerged as a powerful voice in nuclear medicine and radiological research. Serving NYU’s School of Medicine for over four decades 🏥, she rose from Assistant Professor to Professor Emerita and Research Professor. Her accolades include awards from renowned bodies like the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Radiological Society of North America 🏆. A licensed Medical Physicist and diplomate of multiple scientific boards, Dr. Noz is recognized globally for CT/SPECT fusion advancements and nuclear magnetic resonance insights 💡. Her dedication to education, research, and clinical innovation marks her as a luminary in the intersection of physics and medicine 🌟.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Marilyn E. Noz’s academic path is as illustrious as her career. She graduated summa cum laude in Mathematics from Marymount College in 1961, setting a strong foundation in analytical thinking and scientific curiosity 🧮. She pursued both her M.S. and Ph.D. in Physics at Fordham University, completing them in 1963 and 1969 respectively ⚛️. Her commitment to academic excellence was recognized through numerous fellowships and scholarships, including the National Defense Education Act Fellowship and the New York State Regents Fellowship 🏅. This scholarly journey laid the groundwork for her later groundbreaking contributions to nuclear medicine and radiological science. Her educational philosophy continues to inspire aspiring physicists and medical professionals alike 📚.

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

Dr. Noz’s professional journey spans prestigious institutions and critical innovations. Beginning as a professor at Marymount College in the 1960s, she shaped young scientific minds while holding leadership roles 👩‍🏫. Her career blossomed at New York University’s Department of Radiology, where she spent over three decades—from Assistant Professor to Research Professor and Professor Emerita 🏛️. She held concurrent roles at Tisch Hospital and Bellevue Hospital, enhancing clinical radiology practice. Her adjunct positions at Manhattan College and Iona College reflect her dedication to sharing knowledge across disciplines 🌐. Notably, she played a pivotal role in advancing nuclear medicine physics and medical imaging integration, leaving an indelible mark on academic and clinical settings 🧬.

🔬 Research Interest

Dr. Noz’s research traverses the dynamic interface between physics and medicine. Her primary focus lies in nuclear medicine physics, SPECT/CT fusion, and nuclear magnetic resonance 🧠. She is known for pioneering the integration of cross-sectional imaging modalities, improving diagnostic accuracy and patient care through novel imaging algorithms and data interpretation techniques 🖥️. Her work in radiation protection and computational physics has also made significant contributions to the safety and efficacy of imaging technologies ☢️. As a physicist deeply invested in translational science, Dr. Noz has published extensively and mentored future leaders in medical physics, bridging theoretical insight with clinical innovation seamlessly 🔗.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Noz has received numerous prestigious awards celebrating her research excellence and innovation 🌟. Highlights include the Giovanni DiChiro Award for outstanding research in the Journal of Computer Assisted Tomography, and several Cum Laude honors from the Society of Computed Body Tomography 🧾. Her work in CT/SPECT fusion earned multiple scientific exhibit awards, showcasing her ingenuity in imaging science 🎖️. She was a finalist for the ComputerWorld-Smithsonian Institute Awards and honored with a Senior International Research Fellowship by the NIH’s Fogarty International Center 🌍. These accolades underscore her enduring impact and peer recognition across interdisciplinary fields 🧪.

📚 Publications Top Note 

1. Can Na¹⁸F PET/CT bone scans help when deciding if early intervention is needed in patients being treated with a TSF attached to the tibia: insights from 41 patients

• Authors: Lundblad H, Maguire GQ Jr, et al.

• Year: 2021

• Citations: 2

• Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

• Summary: This study evaluated whether Na¹⁸F PET/CT scans could provide earlier and more accurate insight into bone healing status in tibial patients using Taylor Spatial Frames. Scans at 6 weeks and 3 months post-frame application showed that PET/CT could visualize regional bone turnover—helping indicate when the TSF might be safely removed or if further intervention was needed American College of Orthopaedic Surgeons+2ous-research.no+2sectraprodstorage01.blob.core.windows.net+2KTH Diva Portal+15PubMed+15ResearchGate+15.

⚛️ 2. Integration of Dirac’s efforts to construct a quantum mechanics which is Lorentz‑covariant

• Authors: Young S. Kim, Marilyn E. Noz

• Year: 2020

• Citations: 1

• Source: Symmetry

• Summary: This paper synthesizes Dirac’s 1927, 1945, 1949, and 1963 efforts to reconcile quantum mechanics with Lorentz covariance. It explains his use of Gaussian localization, light-cone coordinates, “instant form,” and coupled oscillators to derive Lorentz group representations, ultimately yielding a Lorentz‑covariant harmonic oscillator framework Colab+3arXiv+3arXiv+3bohr.physics.berkeley.edu+11MDPI+11arXiv+11.

🦴 3. Accuracy and precision of a CT method for assessing migration in shoulder arthroplasty: an experimental study

• Authors: Brodén C, Engseth H, et al.

• Year: 2020

• Citations: 19

• Source: Acta Radiologica

• Summary: This experimental study compares CT-based micromotion analysis (CT‑RSA) to the gold-standard radiostereometric analysis (RSA) for monitoring shoulder implant migration. Results showed CT‑RSA accuracy within 0.08–0.15 mm (translation) and 0.23–0.54° (rotation), with effective radiation doses similar to those of RSA, supporting CT‑RSA as a viable alternative ous-research.no+1sectraprodstorage01.blob.core.windows.net+1ColabSAGE Journals+5PubMed+5sectraprodstorage01.blob.core.windows.net+5.

🧬 4. Einstein’s E = mc² derivable from Heisenberg’s uncertainty relations

• Authors: Sibel Başkal, Young S. Kim, Marilyn E. Noz

• Year: 2019

• Citations: 5

• Source: Quantum Reports

• Summary: This theoretical paper demonstrates that the Lie algebra of the Poincaré group (and thus mass–energy equivalence) can emerge naturally from Heisenberg’s uncertainty relations. Using harmonic oscillators and signal‑space group contractions (O(3,2) → Poincaré), they derive E = mc² Inspire+15MDPI+15arXiv+15ysfine.com+1arXiv+1.

📷 5. Are low‑dose CT scans a satisfactory substitute for stereoradiographs for migration studies? A preclinical test…

• Authors: Eriksson T, Maguire GQ Jr, Noz M.E., Zeleznik M.P., Olivecrona H., Shalabi A., Hänni M.

• Year: 2019

• Citations: 13

• Source: Acta Radiologica

• Summary: The authors tested multiple low‑dose CT protocols in a hip phantom and a pilot patient, finding that selected protocols (≈0.70 mSv) provided migration measurement precision comparable to standard RSA, demonstrating CT’s promise as a lower-dose, reliable tool link.springer.com+15PubMed+15Colab+15Colab+1ous-research.no+1.

🔄 6. Poincaré symmetry from Heisenberg’s uncertainty relations

• Authors: (Likely similar to above)

• Year: 2019

• Citations: 4

• Source: Symmetry

• Summary: This related work further details how expanding from one to two oscillators in the Heisenberg framework leads to the de Sitter group, which can be contracted to the Poincaré group. It highlights a structural derivation of spacetime symmetries using quantum uncertainty Colabysfine.com+1arXiv+1.

🦴 7. Motion analysis in lumbar spinal stenosis with degenerative spondylolisthesis: A feasibility study of the 3DCT technique comparing laminectomy versus bilateral laminotomy

• Authors: Not fully listed

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 6

• Source: Clinical Spine Surgery

• Summary: This feasibility study used 3D CT motion analysis to compare two spinal decompression techniques. Although article details are limited, it evaluated kinematic differences following laminectomy and bilateral laminotomy.

🦴 8. Prosthetic liner wear in total hip replacement: a longitudinal 13‑year study with computed tomography

• Authors: Not fully listed

• Year: 2018

• Citations: 7

• Source: Skeletal Radiology

• Summary: This long-term CT-based evaluation tracked in vivo liner wear in total hip replacements over 13 years, offering valuable longitudinal data on implant durability and wear behavior.

📘 9. New perspectives on Einstein’s E = mc²

• Authors: (Not specified)

• Year: (Not specified, presumably recent)

• Citations: 1

• Source: Book

• Summary: Presents fresh theoretical insights and interpretations surrounding mass–energy equivalence. Likely synthesizes recent research building on Dirac and uncertainty-related frameworks.

🔄 10. Loop representation of Wigner’s little groups

• Authors: Not listed

• Year: 2017

• Citations: 3

• Source: Symmetry

• Summary: Investigates representations of Wigner’s little groups (subgroups of the Lorentz group preserving particle momentum) via loop structures, contributing to our understanding of relativistic particle symmetries.

🧭 Conclusion

Dr. Marilyn E. Noz stands as a beacon of scientific integrity, academic rigor, and humanistic contribution to medicine and physics 🌈. Her legacy is reflected not only in her groundbreaking research but also in her mentorship, teaching, and service to institutions that shape healthcare innovation 🏥. Through her interdisciplinary expertise and visionary leadership, she helped transform diagnostic imaging, elevate standards in medical physics, and inspire generations of scientists 📈. Even in emerita status, her influence resonates through her publications, innovations, and the many professionals she has mentored. A true pioneer, Dr. Noz exemplifies what it means to blend intellect, compassion, and purpose into a lifetime of contribution 🙌.