A robot designed to remove blood clots from the brain using MRI technology
Official title: MRI-compatible concentric tube robot for intracerebral hemorrhage
Funded at Children's Research Institute · NIH-10750951 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a special robot that can gently remove blood clots from the brain while you’re having an MRI, making it easier for doctors to see what they’re doing and help you get better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | December 15, 2020 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $560,383 |
| NIH project number | 5R01NS116148-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10750951 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with intracerebral hemorrhage who require urgent intervention to remove blood clots.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have intracerebral hemorrhage or those who are not candidates for surgical intervention may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a minimally-invasive robot that can safely evacuate blood clots from the brain during MRI scans. The robot will be designed to navigate precisely within the MRI environment, allowing for real-time monitoring of the procedure. By integrating advanced imaging techniques, the robot will help surgeons visualize the blood clot and surrounding brain tissue, improving the accuracy of the treatment. The project involves optimizing the robot's design and creating algorithms for effective control and navigation during the evacuation process.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce mortality rates and improve outcomes for patients suffering from intracerebral hemorrhage.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using robotic systems for minimally invasive procedures, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Research Institute
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cleary, Kevin R. — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Cleary, Kevin R.
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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.