Improving MRI techniques for better imaging of the skull base and face
Rapid Anatomic and Quantitative MR Imaging of the Skull Base and Face
This study is working on improving MRI scans for the skull base and face to help doctors get clearer images faster, which can lead to better diagnoses and treatments for patients with conditions in these areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11013936 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing MRI imaging techniques specifically for the skull base and face, which are critical areas in clinical neuroradiology. The current methods often produce suboptimal images due to long scan times and motion artifacts. The project aims to develop new MRI sequences that provide better tissue contrast and faster acquisition times, allowing for more accurate diagnosis of conditions affecting these regions. Patients may benefit from improved imaging that can lead to better treatment decisions and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients requiring MRI imaging of the skull base or face due to suspected pathologies.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to the skull base or face may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and efficient MRI scans for patients with conditions affecting the skull base and face.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving MRI techniques, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements in imaging quality.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guenette, Jeffrey P — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Guenette, Jeffrey P
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.