Creating advanced molecular tools for medical imaging and anesthesia
Designer Molecular Probes for Biomedical Applications
This study is working on new tools to make medical imaging clearer and anesthesia safer, which could help patients get better diagnoses and treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11019221 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative molecular probes that can enhance medical imaging techniques and improve anesthesia methods. By creating small-molecule capsules and proteins that bind to xenon, the research aims to produce sensitive contrast agents for MRI and deepen our understanding of how xenon can be used safely in anesthesia. Patients may benefit from improved imaging techniques that allow for better diagnosis and treatment planning, as well as safer anesthesia protocols. The research involves collaboration with graduate and undergraduate students who are actively engaged in these scientific advancements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients undergoing procedures that require advanced imaging techniques or anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require imaging or anesthesia, or those with conditions that preclude the use of xenon, may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective medical imaging and anesthesia practices for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing molecular probes for medical applications, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dmochowski, Ivan Julian — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Dmochowski, Ivan Julian
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.