Improving cancer screening and treatment through medical imaging
Administrative Core
This study is all about bringing together engineers and doctors at the University of Oklahoma to improve how we find and treat cancer, so patients can get better care and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Norman, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005765 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of cancer screening, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment by fostering collaboration between biomedical engineering researchers and physician scientists at the University of Oklahoma. The Administrative Core will oversee and manage various research projects, ensuring efficient operations and providing mentorship to junior researchers. By coordinating activities and communicating with advisory committees, the core aims to support innovative approaches in medical imaging that could lead to better patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals at risk for cancer or those undergoing cancer screening and treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not involved in cancer screening may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for detecting and treating cancer, ultimately enhancing patient survival rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in medical imaging and cancer detection has shown promising results, indicating that collaborative approaches can lead to significant advancements in patient care.
Where this research is happening
Norman, United States
- University of Oklahoma — Norman, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jo, Javier Antonio — University of Oklahoma
- Study coordinator: Jo, Javier Antonio
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.