Improving brain MRI for children by reducing motion-related issues

Commercialization readiness of motion-robust brain MRI for pediatric healthcare

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · TURING MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES INC · NIH-11074617

This study is working on a new software that helps make brain scans for kids clearer and more accurate by reducing blurriness caused by movement, so that doctors can better understand what's going on in their brains.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorTURING MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES INC (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11074617 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing brain MRI technology specifically for pediatric patients by addressing motion-related artifacts that can compromise image quality. The project aims to commercialize a software solution called Framewise Integrated Real-Time MRI Monitoring (FIRMM), which helps reduce data loss due to patient movement during scans. By partnering with Philips, the research will integrate FIRMM with MRI scanners to improve the accuracy and reliability of brain imaging in children, ultimately aiming to make these advanced imaging techniques more accessible in clinical settings.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who require brain MRI scans.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 0-11 years or those not requiring brain imaging may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate brain imaging for children, improving diagnosis and treatment outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving MRI technology for pediatric use, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in clinical practice.

Where this research is happening

SAINT LOUIS, 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.
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