Developing advanced radiation treatment platforms for small animals
Next generation small animal radiation research platform
This study is working on a new system to help researchers use radiation more accurately in small animals, which will ultimately help improve cancer treatments for people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917414 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a next-generation platform for small animal radiation research, which is essential for improving human radiotherapy. By collaborating with experts in medical physics and engineering, the project aims to enhance the precision and effectiveness of radiation dose administration in preclinical studies. The new platform will utilize advanced imaging and treatment planning techniques to better mimic human treatment protocols, thereby increasing the relevance of animal studies to human cancer therapies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients undergoing radiation therapy for cancer who may benefit from advancements in treatment precision.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing radiation therapy or those with conditions not related to cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized radiation treatments for cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that advancements in radiation treatment technologies can significantly improve patient outcomes, indicating a strong potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jia, Xun — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Jia, Xun
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.