Improving eye imaging technology for better diagnosis of eye diseases
Official title: Expanding the Accessibility and Quality of Ophthalmic Imaging through Optical Elements and Modeling
Funded at Medical College of Wisconsin · NIH-10901438 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new technology to help doctors see tiny details in the back of your eye more clearly, which could make it easier to diagnose eye conditions like cataracts and high myopia, ultimately helping you take better care of your eye health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31EY036262-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901438 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with retinal diseases or conditions that affect the clarity of retinal imaging, such as cataracts or high myopia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no retinal conditions or those whose imaging needs are adequately met by existing technologies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality and accessibility of retinal imaging through advanced optical technologies. By developing new optical elements and models, the project aims to improve the capabilities of adaptive optics scanning light ophthalmoscopes (AOSLO) to visualize small retinal structures more clearly. The approach addresses limitations caused by common eye conditions like cataracts and high myopia, which can distort images and hinder accurate diagnosis. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic tools that provide clearer images of their retinal health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better management of eye diseases, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in adaptive optics has shown promise in improving retinal imaging, suggesting that this approach may lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woehlke, Ruth E — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Woehlke, Ruth E
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.