A General Solution of the Standard Magnetization Transfer Model

Abstract The standard model of magnetization transfer consists of six coupled, first-order differential equations which describe a lossless exchange of magnetization between two sites. The system of differential equations is solved semi-analytically in full generality. The solution allows one to model any experiment generating magnetization transfer. It is especially useful in investigation spin systems subjected to pulsed magnetization transfer experiments.

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