Developing advanced fiber sources for imaging in living tissues
Official title: Flexible dual-duration multi-wavelength fiber sources for nonlinear and multimodal imaging
Funded at University of Rochester · NIH-10944134 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring new ways to use special light fibers to improve imaging techniques that help doctors see living tissues better, which could lead to earlier and more accurate detection of diseases like cancer and atherosclerosis, ultimately benefiting patients with better diagnostic tools.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $485,602 |
| NIH project number | 1R01GM155397-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10944134 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions such as atherosclerosis, neurological diseases, or cancer who may benefit from advanced imaging techniques.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have the aforementioned conditions or who are not undergoing imaging procedures may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative fiber sources of light that can enhance imaging techniques used to visualize living tissues. By utilizing nonlinear imaging methods, the project aims to provide detailed insights into various diseases, including atherosclerosis and cancer, without the need for traditional labeling techniques. The approach combines multiple imaging modalities to gather comprehensive molecular and structural information, potentially leading to better diagnostic capabilities. Patients may benefit from improved imaging technologies that can reveal critical biomarkers and disease signatures.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and non-invasive diagnostic imaging techniques for various diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for disease diagnosis, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rochester
Rochester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Renninger, William — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Renninger, William
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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.