Imaging neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease
PET Imaging of Damaging Neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's Disease
This study is working on a new, gentle way to take pictures of the brain to spot early signs of harmful inflammation in Alzheimer's disease, which could help doctors make better treatment choices and track how well therapies are working.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Einsenca INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dover, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912830 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a non-invasive imaging method to detect and monitor damaging neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease (AD). By identifying early signs of neuroinflammation, the research aims to enable timely treatment decisions and monitor the effectiveness of current and emerging therapies. The approach involves assessing oxidative stress and its impact on neurons, which could lead to better management of AD. This innovative imaging technology could help differentiate between harmful and reparative inflammation, providing crucial insights into disease progression.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or those at risk of developing it.
Not a fit: Patients with other forms of dementia unrelated to neuroinflammation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment strategies for patients with Alzheimer's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using imaging techniques to assess neuroinflammation, but this specific approach is novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Dover, United States
- Einsenca INC. — Dover, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Larson, Andrew Christian — Einsenca INC.
- Study coordinator: Larson, Andrew Christian
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.