Development of a device to measure ultra-fast radiation therapy
Official title: SBIR TOPIC 434 PHASE II: DEVELOPMENT OF MULTILAYER STRIP ION CHAMBER DEVICE FOR THE MEASUREMENT OF FLASH-RT BEAMSPERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 9/16/24-9/15/26
Funded at Tetraimaging, LLC · NIH-11211392 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new device that will help doctors measure the amount of super-fast radiation used in treatments, making it safer and more effective for patients while reducing side effects compared to regular radiation therapy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tetraimaging, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | September 15, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,999,930 |
| NIH project number | 75N91024C00084-0-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11211392 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing radiation therapy who may benefit from reduced side effects associated with FLASH radiation treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving radiation therapy or those with conditions that do not require such treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a specialized device that can accurately measure the dose and dose rate of ultra-fast radiation therapy, known as FLASH radiation therapy. This innovative approach aims to reduce side effects compared to traditional radiation treatments. The device will ensure quality assurance for FLASH-RT, which is crucial for its successful implementation in clinical settings. By developing this technology, the research seeks to enhance the safety and effectiveness of radiation therapy for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective radiation therapy options for cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promising results in the application of FLASH radiation therapy, indicating that this approach could be a significant advancement in cancer treatment.
Where this research is happening
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Tetraimaging, LLC
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jiang, Hao — Tetraimaging, LLC
- Study coordinator: Jiang, Hao
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.