Improving AI for detecting and classifying lymph node cancer
FY 2023 SBIR TOPIC 402 PHASE II. ENHANCE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE AI FOR LYMPH NODE DETECTION, SEGMENTATION AND MEASUREMENTS AND DEVELOP ADDITIONAL AI MODELS FOR MALIGNANCY CLASSIFICATION LEVERAGING MU
This study is working on making an AI tool better at finding and analyzing lymph nodes in MRI and CT scans, which will help doctors give more accurate cancer diagnoses and treatment plans, ultimately aiming to improve care for cancer patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Carina Medical, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ashburn, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928777 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing an AI software called OncoAI, which is designed to automatically detect and segment lymph nodes from MRI and CT scans. By improving the accuracy of lymph node detection and malignancy classification, the research aims to reduce variability in diagnoses and streamline treatment planning for cancer patients. The project will also involve a multi-institutional validation study to ensure the software's effectiveness and safety in clinical settings. Ultimately, the goal is to integrate this AI technology into everyday clinical workflows to improve patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing imaging for suspected lymph node malignancies.
Not a fit: Patients without lymph node involvement or those not requiring imaging for cancer evaluation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer diagnoses and better treatment planning for patients with lymph node involvement.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using AI for medical imaging, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in cancer care.
Where this research is happening
Ashburn, UNITED STATES
- Carina Medical, LLC — Ashburn, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Feng, Ph.d., Xue — Carina Medical, LLC
- Study coordinator: Feng, Ph.d., Xue
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.