Developing new tools to improve brain surgery navigation using augmented reality.
Official title: New Tools for Enhancing Cerebral Angiography: From Planning to Navigation
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-11034114 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a cool new tool that uses augmented reality to help surgeons see blood flow in the brain better during surgeries for conditions like arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), making it easier for them to treat you safely and effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2024 |
| Project end | February 29, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $124,042 |
| NIH project number | 5K25EB035166-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11034114 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing surgery for cerebrovascular malformations, such as AVMs or brain hemorrhages.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cerebrovascular conditions or those not requiring surgical intervention may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating an augmented reality (AR) tool that enhances the visualization of blood flow in the brain during cerebrovascular surgeries. By integrating hemodynamic information into neuronavigation systems, surgeons will have a clearer view of complex blood vessel structures, aiding in the treatment of conditions like arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). The project employs advanced deep learning techniques to reconstruct 3D models from traditional 2D imaging, ultimately aiming to improve surgical outcomes and decision-making. The technology will be validated in real clinical settings to ensure its effectiveness and safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective surgical treatments for patients with complex cerebrovascular conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using augmented reality and advanced imaging techniques in surgical settings, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haouchine, Nazim — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Haouchine, Nazim
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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.