Developing advanced acoustic microscopy for better imaging of tissues
Next Generation Quantitative Acoustic Microscopy for Biomedical Application
This study is working on a new type of imaging technology that helps doctors and researchers get clearer pictures of tissues, like cancerous ones, faster and more easily, so they can better understand different health conditions.
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 ID | NIH-10875437 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new generation of quantitative acoustic microscopy (QAM) systems that utilize data science and coded-excitation techniques. By improving image quality and reducing scanning time, this technology aims to make it easier for technicians to obtain detailed maps of tissue properties, which are crucial for understanding various biological conditions. The project will demonstrate these advancements using biological samples, including cancerous tissues, to showcase the potential applications in clinical settings. The goal is to make QAM instruments more accessible and user-friendly for research and clinical laboratories.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with cancer or other conditions that affect tissue properties, as their samples will be used to validate the new imaging technology.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to tissue imaging or those not requiring detailed acoustic analysis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools for cancer and other diseases by providing detailed imaging of tissue properties.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in enhancing imaging techniques, but this specific application of data science to acoustic microscopy is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mamou, Jonathan — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Mamou, Jonathan
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.