Anie's doctoral research developed a method for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)[3] which was subsequently patented.[1][4] Using a polysiloxane contrast medium, Anie obtained images of the structure and function of the gastrointestinal tract in a living organism.[4] This method made it possible to perform MRI analysis of the gut without the side effects of metal-based contrast agents.[5]
After receiving her doctorate, Anie left laboratory research to work in international policy formulation and strategic planning.[1] While serving as the Director of the Social Transformations Programmes Division for Commonwealth Secretariat, she addressed the United Nations General Assembly in a statement on HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention in the Commonwealth of Nations.[6]
Anie is currently the Head of Policy Advocacy for RESULTS,[7] an organization working to eliminate global poverty.[8]
In 2015, she received an award from the Old Students Association of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School recognizing her contributions to scientific knowledge.[2]
Anie was named an African Science Hero by Planet Earth Institute for her research, public health work, and efforts to promote health and education access for women.[10]
^ abAnie, Sylvia (1990). 19F and 1H NMR studies of materials in the gastrointestinal tract. Manchester: University of Manchester.
^ abWaigh, R.D., Fell, J.T., Anie, S.J., Wood, B. (1995). U.S. Patent No. 5,380,514. Washington DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
^Su, F., Shyu, S., Chen, Y. (2000). NMR properties of poly(dimethyl siloxane) colloids as new contrast agents for NMR imaging. Polymer International, 49(7), 787-794.
