Controlling gradient noise in magnetic resonance imaging

Abstract

A method of determining a scan sequence for magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, is provided. The method comprises receiving an indication of one or more selected imaging parameters for the MRI; and determining, based on the selected imaging parameters, the scan sequence that can be used by an MRI apparatus to perform the MRI, wherein determining the scan sequence comprises configuring the scan sequence to modulate gradient noise produced by the MRI apparatus during the MRI to deliver a first auditory signal to the patient, wherein the first auditory signal is configured to perform auditory stimulation of slow wave activity in the patient.