Acquisition of a new ultrasound imaging system for advanced cardiovascular and cancer research
Request for the Acquisition of a Vevo F2 Ultrasound Imaging System
This study is all about getting a new, high-tech ultrasound machine to help doctors and researchers at East Tennessee State University take better pictures of the heart and cancer, making it easier to track health changes over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | East Tennessee State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Johnson City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11102626 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research involves acquiring the Vevo F2 ultrasound imaging system to enhance imaging capabilities for cardiovascular and cancer studies at East Tennessee State University. The new system will replace an outdated model and provide advanced features such as high-definition imaging, 4D imaging, and artificial intelligence algorithms for improved image analysis. This upgrade will support both established NIH-funded researchers and junior faculty seeking funding, facilitating a wide range of studies in heart and vascular health as well as oncology. The system aims to generate clearer images and enable dynamic monitoring of conditions over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include pediatric and adult patients with cardiovascular conditions or cancers who may be involved in studies utilizing the new imaging technology.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require advanced ultrasound imaging or those outside the age range of 10 years may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic capabilities and treatment monitoring for patients with cardiovascular diseases and cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with advanced ultrasound imaging systems, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements in patient care.
Where this research is happening
Johnson City, United States
- East Tennessee State University — Johnson City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Xiaohui — East Tennessee State University
- Study coordinator: Wang, Xiaohui
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.