Developing advanced tools to analyze anatomical shapes from medical images
Anatomy Directly from Imagery: General-purpose, Scalable, and Open-source Machine Learning Approaches
This study is working on creating easy-to-use software that helps doctors and researchers better understand how the shapes of our body parts can affect health and disease, using detailed medical images to make their work simpler and more accurate.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10844342 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the analysis of anatomical structures by utilizing high-resolution medical images and advanced computational techniques. It aims to create user-friendly software tools that can automatically model and analyze the shapes of various anatomical surfaces, making it easier for biomedical researchers to study the relationship between shape and function in health and disease. By leveraging statistical shape modeling, the project seeks to enhance our understanding of anatomical variability and its implications for medical conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals undergoing imaging for conditions related to anatomical abnormalities, particularly in the brain and cardiovascular systems.
Not a fit: Patients with stable anatomical structures and no underlying health issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans by providing deeper insights into the anatomical changes associated with various diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using statistical shape modeling for anatomical analysis, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
Salt Lake City, United States
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elhabian, Shireen Youssef — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Elhabian, Shireen Youssef
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.