Developing a new brain imaging technology for better diagnosis and treatment of neurological diseases
Official title: Ultra-High Performance Brain-dedicated PET scanner for Neurology and Neuro-oncology imaging
Funded at Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-10893579 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a super advanced brain scanner that helps doctors see and understand brain diseases like Alzheimer's and brain tumors better, which could lead to earlier diagnoses and more effective treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $481,465 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA275942-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10893579 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's or those with brain tumors requiring imaging for treatment planning.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to neurological diseases or brain tumors may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an ultra-high performance brain-dedicated PET scanner that significantly improves the imaging of neurological and neuro-oncological conditions. By enhancing spatial resolution and sensitivity, this technology aims to detect and track small changes in brain regions associated with diseases like Alzheimer's and improve the accuracy of tumor targeting in cancer treatments. The project involves collaboration between Weill Cornell Medicine and an industrial partner to develop this advanced imaging tool, which could lead to earlier diagnosis and more effective therapies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier detection and more precise treatment options for patients with neurological disorders and brain tumors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous advancements in brain imaging technologies have shown promise, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant improvements in patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nehmeh, Sadek — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Nehmeh, Sadek
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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.