Creating a platform for better cancer imaging data management
Development of an Open-Source Preclinical Imaging Informatics Platform for Cancer Research
This study is creating a helpful tool called PIXI to make it easier for researchers to manage and share cancer imaging data, which will lead to better and more personalized treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907764 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an open-source platform called Preclinical Imaging XNAT-enabled Informatics (PIXI) to improve the management of preclinical imaging data in cancer research. By addressing the challenges of data compatibility and reproducibility in imaging studies, the platform aims to streamline workflows in preclinical laboratories. It will support the integration of various imaging formats and protocols, ultimately enhancing the quality of data used in cancer studies and clinical trials. This initiative is particularly relevant as it aligns with the goals of precision medicine, aiming to provide more personalized treatment options for cancer patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include cancer patients whose treatment plans could be informed by more precise imaging data.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to cancer or those not involved in clinical trials may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and reproducible cancer imaging data, ultimately improving treatment strategies for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have successfully developed similar platforms, indicating a promising potential for this approach in enhancing cancer research.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shoghi, Kooresh Isaac — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Shoghi, Kooresh Isaac
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.