Development and testing of biomedical devices and sensors
FABRICATION, CHARACTERIZATION, AND TESTING CORE (FaCT CORE)
This study is all about creating and improving medical devices and sensors that can help doctors better diagnose and treat health conditions, making sure they work well for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boise State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boise, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11064801 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The FaCT core focuses on providing essential biomedical engineering support for the development, synthesis, and validation of various devices and sensors used in biomedical research and clinical applications. This initiative consolidates multiple research facilities to enhance the fabrication and characterization of these technologies, ensuring they meet the necessary performance standards. Patients may benefit from advancements in medical devices that improve diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of health conditions. The core will utilize a range of engineering techniques, including machining and microfabrication, to create innovative solutions in the biomedical field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals requiring innovative medical devices for diagnosis or treatment of their conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require advanced biomedical devices or sensors may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the creation of advanced medical devices that enhance patient care and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in biomedical engineering has shown success in developing and validating similar devices, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Boise, United States
- Boise State University — Boise, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Davis, Paul Henry — Boise State University
- Study coordinator: Davis, Paul Henry
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.