A new portable system for combined brain imaging using PET and MRI.
A Portable PET Insert System for Simultaneous TOF-PET and MR Brain Imaging
This study is working on a new portable imaging system that combines PET and MRI scans to help doctors better diagnose and treat brain conditions like Alzheimer's and tumors, making the process easier and safer for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Petcoil, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sunnyvale, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909242 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a portable Time-of-Flight Positron Emission Tomography (TOF-PET) system that can be easily integrated with existing MRI machines. By allowing simultaneous PET and MRI imaging, the project aims to improve the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and brain tumors. This approach seeks to reduce patient inconvenience, minimize radiation exposure, and eliminate delays associated with separate imaging sessions. The innovative design aims to significantly lower the costs associated with acquiring advanced imaging technology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing symptoms of neurological disorders, particularly those related to Alzheimer's disease or brain tumors.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require advanced brain imaging techniques may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with faster and more accurate diagnoses for brain-related conditions, leading to improved treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While the concept of hybrid imaging is established, this specific portable system approach is novel and has not been widely tested in clinical settings.
Where this research is happening
Sunnyvale, UNITED STATES
- Petcoil, INC. — Sunnyvale, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chang, Chenming — Petcoil, INC.
- Study coordinator: Chang, Chenming
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 below.