Creating a tool to map brain spaces for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease
Development of perivascular space mapping toolset as a diagnostic aid for Alzheimer's disease
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · NEUROSCOPE INC. · NIH-10921984
This study is working on a new, easy way to use MRI scans to look at important areas in the brain that help clear out waste, which could help doctors better diagnose and track Alzheimer's disease, especially for those receiving treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEUROSCOPE INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Scarsdale, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10921984 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a non-invasive tool that maps the perivascular spaces in the brain using MRI technology. These spaces play a crucial role in clearing metabolic waste, and their integrity is linked to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. By assessing these spaces, the tool aims to improve the diagnosis and monitoring of Alzheimer's disease, especially in patients undergoing amyloid-clearing treatments. The approach combines advanced imaging techniques with clinical criteria to enhance understanding and management of the disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, particularly those undergoing treatment with amyloid-clearing therapies.
Not a fit: Patients with other forms of dementia unrelated to Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic accuracy and monitoring for patients with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using MRI for brain mapping in Alzheimer's patients, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Scarsdale, UNITED STATES
- NEUROSCOPE INC. — Scarsdale, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CHOUPAN, JEIRAN — NEUROSCOPE INC.
- Study coordinator: CHOUPAN, JEIRAN
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease