Creating advanced 3D imaging techniques for studying cells and tissues
Building a Wide-field, High-resolution Histotomography Resource for Biology
This study is working on a new 3D imaging technology that helps scientists look closely at cells and tissues in living organisms, which could lead to better understanding of how genes and the environment affect health and disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11113841 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new 3D imaging technology called histotomography, which allows for detailed examination of cells and tissues in three dimensions. By using advanced X-ray tomography techniques, the project seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of how genes and environmental factors influence the structure of tissues in living organisms. This innovative approach will enable researchers to analyze the entire anatomy of organisms, rather than just thin slices of tissue, leading to better insights into health and disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions that affect tissue structure, such as cancer or genetic disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not involve significant changes in tissue structure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding diseases at a cellular level, improving diagnosis and treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using advanced imaging techniques has shown promise in enhancing our understanding of complex biological systems, indicating that this approach could also be successful.
Where this research is happening
Hershey, United States
- Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr — Hershey, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cheng, Keith Chi — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Cheng, Keith Chi
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.