Improving cancer care through better use of imaging data
Administration Core
This study is working on improving cancer treatment by finding better ways to use imaging scans to help doctors make more personalized decisions for each patient, making sure they have the right information to guide care and surgery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10992166 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer care by optimizing the use of imaging data to support personalized therapies. It aims to develop new methods for extracting meaningful information from complex imaging data, which can help clinicians make better decisions during patient care and surgical procedures. By integrating advanced technologies like big data science and nanotechnology, the project seeks to address challenges in cancer detection, treatment planning, and monitoring tumor evolution. The ultimate goal is to ensure that relevant medical data is accessible and actionable for healthcare providers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing treatment for cancer who may benefit from advanced imaging techniques and personalized therapy approaches.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not requiring imaging-based interventions may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized cancer treatments, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in utilizing advanced imaging techniques for cancer care, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tempany, Clare M — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Tempany, Clare M
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.