Developing advanced imaging technology using microsystems and new materials
Official title: TR&D1
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11094974 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new tiny devices that can take better pictures of what's happening inside your body, which could help doctors diagnose and monitor health issues more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | May 16, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $261,897 |
| NIH project number | 1P41EB035084-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11094974 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals requiring advanced imaging for conditions that benefit from high-resolution diagnostics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require imaging or those with conditions that do not rely on advanced imaging techniques may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative microsystems that enhance imaging capabilities through the design and fabrication of specialized scan mirrors and transducers. By utilizing advanced materials and mechanisms, the project aims to reduce the size of imaging devices while improving their sensitivity and resolution. Patients may benefit from improved imaging techniques that allow for better diagnosis and monitoring of various medical conditions. The research involves a combination of engineering and material science to optimize device performance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise and efficient imaging technologies that improve patient diagnosis and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing advanced imaging technologies using similar approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oldham, Kenn R — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Oldham, Kenn R
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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.