Improving MRI for better brain imaging
Official title: Dynamic High-Order Shim System for Improved Neuro-MRI
Funded at Resonance Research, INC. · NIH-11004834 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new tool for MRI machines that helps create clearer pictures of the brain, which can make it easier for doctors to diagnose and understand brain conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Resonance Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Billerica, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $306,203 |
| NIH project number | 1R43EB036372-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11004834 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals undergoing MRI scans for neurological evaluations or conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require MRI imaging or those with conditions that do not affect brain structure may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new shim sub-system for MRI machines that enhances the quality of brain imaging and spectroscopy. By using advanced technology to control shim coils, the project seeks to improve the accuracy of magnetic field corrections during scans. This could lead to clearer images of the brain, which is crucial for diagnosing and understanding various neurological conditions. The approach involves innovative algorithms and hardware designed to minimize imaging artifacts and enhance spatial resolution.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate brain imaging, improving diagnosis and treatment planning for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that advanced shim technologies can significantly enhance MRI imaging quality, indicating a promising direction for this project.
Where this research is happening
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Resonance Research, INC.
Billerica, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Starewicz, Piotr — Resonance Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Starewicz, Piotr
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.