Developing a safe and compact MRI system for infants and adults
Official title: A SAFE AND COMPACT NEONATE TO ADULT NEUROIMAGING MRI SYSTEM
Funded at Advanced Imaging Research, INC. · NIH-10811714 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, smaller MRI machine that can safely take pictures of the brain for both babies and adults right in the hospital, so we can help patients without having to move them to a different place.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Advanced Imaging Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2019 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,499,380 |
| NIH project number | 5R44MH122273-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10811714 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include infants and children requiring brain imaging for neurological assessments, as well as adults needing similar evaluations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require MRI imaging or those who are stable and can be safely transported to traditional MRI facilities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a compact MRI system that is safe for use in both neonates and adults, addressing the challenges of transporting vulnerable patients to traditional MRI facilities. By utilizing advanced imaging technology, the project focuses on providing high-resolution brain imaging without the risks associated with transporting critically ill infants. The system is designed to be installed in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units, allowing for easier access to necessary imaging for diagnosis and treatment validation. This innovative approach seeks to improve patient care by reducing the burden on healthcare staff and enhancing the safety of imaging procedures.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the diagnostic capabilities for infants and children with neurological conditions, leading to better treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in developing specialized imaging technologies for pediatric use, indicating a promising avenue for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Advanced Imaging Research, INC.
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Srinivasan, Ravi — Advanced Imaging Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Srinivasan, Ravi
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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.