Improving brain imaging technology to enhance fMRI accuracy
Official title: Advancing fMRI Acquisition through Dissemination of EPTI- An Efficient Distortion-Free Multi-Contrast Imaging Technology
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-11082433 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to take clearer pictures of brain activity using a special type of MRI, which could help doctors better understand and diagnose brain conditions for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $614,051 |
| NIH project number | 5U24NS129893-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11082433 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals undergoing fMRI scans for neurological assessments or research purposes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not require fMRI imaging may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on advancing functional MRI (fMRI) technology by developing a new imaging method called Echo-Planar Time-Resolved Imaging (EPTI). EPTI aims to overcome the limitations of traditional echo-planar imaging, which can produce distorted and unclear images of brain activity. By utilizing advanced algorithms and continuous data acquisition, this approach seeks to provide clearer, more reliable images that can enhance our understanding of brain function. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic capabilities and more accurate assessments of brain conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate brain imaging, improving diagnosis and treatment planning for neurological conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving imaging techniques, suggesting that advancements like EPTI could lead to significant improvements in brain imaging.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Fuyixue — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wang, Fuyixue
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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.