Advanced Imaging for Better Health
Center for Advanced Imaging Innovation and Research (CAI2R)
This center creates new ways to take, rebuild, and understand medical images, especially for conditions like cancer, to help doctors see more clearly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11179242 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Our team is working to transform how medical images are captured and interpreted, using modern tools like artificial intelligence. We are developing new software and flexible scanning methods to make imaging faster and more effective. The goal is to move beyond older technologies and create innovative ways to visualize what's happening inside the body. This helps doctors get a clearer picture for diagnosis and treatment planning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients who require advanced medical imaging for diagnosis, monitoring, or treatment planning, particularly those with complex conditions like cancer, may benefit from the technologies developed here.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require advanced medical imaging or whose conditions are not addressed through improved imaging techniques may not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses, better treatment planning, and improved care for patients with various conditions, including cancers.
How similar studies have performed: This center is at the forefront of reimagining medical imaging, building on existing knowledge while introducing novel technologies and mathematical approaches.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chandarana, Hersh — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Chandarana, Hersh
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.