Improving detection of brain tumors using artificial intelligence
A clinical tool for automated detection and delineation of intracranial metastases from MRI
This project is creating a smart computer system to help doctors find and outline many small brain tumors more accurately and quickly on MRI scans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11125792 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
When patients have many small tumors in their brain, it can be challenging for doctors to find and precisely map every single one using standard MRI scans. This project aims to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can assist radiologists in detecting these tumors and help radiation oncologists plan treatments more effectively. The AI system will learn from many existing patient MRI images that have been carefully reviewed by experts. The goal is to make sure patients receive the most accurate diagnosis and precise treatment plans possible for their brain tumors.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is relevant to patients who have been diagnosed with or are suspected of having multiple small metastatic tumors in their brain.
Not a fit: Patients without brain metastases or those with single, large brain tumors may not directly benefit from this specific AI tool.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this AI system could lead to earlier and more accurate detection of brain metastases, helping doctors create better treatment plans for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While AI is increasingly used in medical imaging, this specific application for automated detection and delineation of multiple small intracranial metastases is a novel development.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cao, Yue — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Cao, Yue
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.