Advancing imaging technologies for better medical decision-making during procedures

The National Center for Interventional Biophotonic Technologies (NCIBT)

NIH-funded research University of California at Davis · NIH-11105976

This study is working on new imaging tools that help doctors see important details about your tissues during medical procedures, using smart technology to make better decisions for your care right when it matters most.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of California at Davis NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Davis, United States)
Project IDNIH-11105976 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing advanced imaging technologies that provide real-time, detailed information to medical practitioners during procedures. By utilizing innovative techniques like fluorescence lifetime imaging and interferometric diffuse optical spectroscopy, the project aims to enhance the accuracy of tissue characterization. The integration of artificial intelligence will allow for the incorporation of patient-specific data and procedural details, guiding therapeutic decisions in real-time. This approach seeks to improve patient outcomes by ensuring that medical decisions are informed by the most relevant and timely information available.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing interventional procedures that require real-time imaging and decision-making.

Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing interventional procedures or do not require advanced imaging technologies may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely medical decisions during procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging technologies and AI for improving procedural outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.

Where this research is happening

Davis, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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