Exploring the challenges and needs of body MRI techniques

Body MRI: Unsolved Problems & Unmet Needs

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · CHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA · NIH-11168023

This workshop is all about helping doctors and researchers use advanced MRI techniques better, so they can improve how they diagnose and treat patients with various conditions, while also supporting new scientists in learning how to design clinical trials and find funding.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorCHILDREN'S HOSP OF PHILADELPHIA (nih funded)
Locations1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11168023 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This workshop focuses on the underutilization of functional body MRI biomarkers in clinical practice and research. It aims to address the challenges of transferring advanced MRI techniques across different medical centers, which often leads to duplicated efforts and inconsistent results. By bringing together leading scientists and clinicians, the workshop will foster discussions on non-invasive testing, new MRI applications, and the integration of Artificial Intelligence in imaging. Additionally, it will provide mentoring sessions for new investigators to enhance their understanding of clinical trial design and funding opportunities.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with conditions that could benefit from advanced body MRI techniques, particularly those requiring non-invasive testing.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have conditions that are relevant to body MRI applications may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved standardization and application of body MRI techniques, enhancing diagnostic capabilities for various diseases.

How similar studies have performed: While the integration of advanced MRI techniques has been explored, this workshop aims to address specific unmet needs and challenges, making it a novel approach in the field.

Where this research is happening

PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.