Advanced imaging techniques for kidney tissue analysis
Molecular Imaging Biomedical Resource Core
This study is all about using new imaging techniques to take a closer look at kidney tissue, helping researchers understand how different cells work together in the kidneys, which could lead to better treatments for kidney diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10915010 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of kidney tissue through advanced imaging technologies. It aims to provide comprehensive services such as Co-Detection by Indexing (CODEX), Large-scale 3D imaging, and Tissue Cytometry (3DTC) to analyze both animal and human kidney samples. By integrating these technologies, the project seeks to identify and quantify various cell populations and their interactions within the kidney, which could lead to better insights into kidney diseases. The research also emphasizes the importance of analytic support to ensure that the data generated is interpretable and consistent across different studies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with kidney-related conditions who may benefit from advanced diagnostic techniques.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to kidney health or those not requiring advanced imaging techniques may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for kidney diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar imaging techniques in other areas of biomedical research, indicating potential for impactful outcomes in kidney studies as well.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ashkar, Tarek Maurice — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Ashkar, Tarek Maurice
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.