Creating a tabletop platform for brain mapping
Official title: The Development of Tabletop Brain-Mapping Platform
Funded at Tissuevision, INC. · NIH-11077663 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, easy-to-use tool that helps scientists create detailed 3D maps of the brain, which is important for understanding brain disorders, making it quicker and cheaper for researchers to learn about how the brain works.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tissuevision, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 10, 2021 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,335,696 |
| NIH project number | 2R44MH129132-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11077663 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by Central Nervous System disorders who may benefit from advancements in brain mapping technologies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to Central Nervous System disorders may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an affordable tabletop platform that can map the complex 3D structure of the brain, which is crucial for understanding Central Nervous System (CNS) disorders. By utilizing advanced spatial biology techniques, the platform aims to overcome current limitations in brain imaging, allowing for the analysis of numerous proteins and mRNA transcripts simultaneously. This innovative approach seeks to streamline the process of brain mapping, making it more accessible and efficient for researchers. The project addresses significant barriers in applying both traditional and modern histological techniques to whole brain analysis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance our understanding of CNS disorders and lead to improved therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have shown promise in advancing brain mapping techniques, but this approach aims to provide a novel, cost-effective solution.
Where this research is happening
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Tissuevision, INC.
Newton, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ragan, Timothy M. — Tissuevision, INC.
- Study coordinator: Ragan, Timothy M.
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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.