Improving imaging techniques for deep tissue analysis
Official title: Development of beam-offset optical coherence tomography
Funded at Miami University Oxford · NIH-10666910 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to take clearer pictures of deep skin tissues, like those affected by burn injuries, using advanced technology to help doctors diagnose and treat these conditions better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Miami University Oxford NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oxford, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $574,885 |
| NIH project number | 1R21EB033993-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10666910 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with burn injuries or other conditions requiring detailed tissue imaging.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to tissue imaging or those who do not have burn injuries may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing optical coherence tomography (OCT) to improve cellular imaging in deep tissues, particularly for conditions like burn injuries. It aims to develop a simpler and more efficient method using artificial neural networks to optimize imaging without the complexities of traditional systems. By refining the imaging process, the research seeks to provide clearer and more accurate images of tissue structures, which could aid in better diagnosis and treatment planning. The approach involves innovative techniques to measure and analyze tissue properties, potentially leading to advancements in dermatology and ophthalmology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic capabilities for patients with burn injuries and other tissue-related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: While the use of artificial neural networks in imaging is a growing field, this specific approach to optimizing OCT in deep tissues is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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Miami University Oxford
Oxford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Hui — Miami University Oxford
- Study coordinator: Wang, Hui
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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.