A new method to analyze brain tissue for Alzheimer's Disease
Official title: A high throughput multiplexed pipeline for models of Alzheimer’s Disease
Funded at Tissuevision, INC. · NIH-10906250 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at brain tissue samples from people with Alzheimer's Disease to find important clues about how the disease works, and it’s designed to help researchers better understand what causes it so they can improve care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tissuevision, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,242,279 |
| NIH project number | 5R44AG084491-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10906250 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 65 and older who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or exhibit symptoms of cognitive decline.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are younger than 65 or do not have any cognitive impairments related to Alzheimer's Disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a high-throughput system to analyze brain tissue samples from individuals with Alzheimer's Disease (AD). By utilizing advanced imaging techniques, the project aims to identify key biological markers and mechanisms involved in the progression of AD. Patients' brain tissues can be sent to a specialized facility for detailed analysis, which will help researchers understand the complex factors contributing to the disease. This approach seeks to overcome existing barriers in studying AD by providing a more efficient and comprehensive analysis of brain samples.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and potentially new treatments for Alzheimer's Disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for studying Alzheimer's Disease, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Tissuevision, INC.
Newton, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ragan, Timothy M. — Tissuevision, INC.
- Study coordinator: Ragan, Timothy M.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.