AI technology for personalized 3D modeling in facial reconstruction
Official title: Deep Reasoning AI Virtual Anatomical Technology & Augmented Reasoning Platform: Application to Craniomaxillofacial Reconstruction
Funded at Deep Reasoning Ai INC · NIH-11069219 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new AI tool that makes custom 3D models of the skull and face to help doctors plan and perform surgeries better, making it easier and more affordable for hospitals to provide great care for patients with facial issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Deep Reasoning Ai INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sarasota, United States) |
| Project start | May 8, 2025 |
| Project end | May 7, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $350,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R41DE034646-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11069219 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with congenital, acquired, or post-traumatic facial conditions that require surgical intervention.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-facial conditions or those who do not require surgical reconstruction may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an AI platform called DR-AIVATAR that creates personalized 3D anatomical models for surgical planning and reconstruction of the skull, face, and jaw. By utilizing advanced AI algorithms, the platform aims to provide hospitals and clinics with rapid and cost-effective solutions for complex facial surgeries. The technology will enhance the accuracy of virtual surgical planning, making it accessible to a broader range of healthcare providers and patients. Ultimately, this could lead to improved surgical outcomes and recovery experiences for individuals with facial pathologies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve surgical planning and outcomes for patients requiring facial reconstruction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using AI and 3D modeling for surgical planning, indicating a promising potential for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Deep Reasoning Ai INC
Sarasota, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Morris, Jonathan M — Deep Reasoning Ai INC
- Study coordinator: Morris, Jonathan M
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.