Improving small animal imaging for radiation research
Official title: Purchase of an Image-Guided Small-Animal Irradiator
Funded at Washington University · NIH-10853698 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, high-tech machine that helps researchers deliver radiation more accurately to small animals, which will improve cancer research and help us learn more about how to treat the disease better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $566,960 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD036348-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10853698 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are individuals involved in preclinical cancer studies or those interested in advancements in radiation therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in preclinical research or those outside the scope of radiation oncology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on acquiring a new advanced irradiator designed for small animals, which will enhance the precision of radiation delivery in preclinical studies. By utilizing state-of-the-art imaging technology, the project aims to improve our understanding of biological processes and therapeutic interventions in cancer research. The new irradiator will allow researchers to target specific anatomical locations with high accuracy, facilitating better experimental outcomes. This advancement is expected to support a wide range of studies in radiation oncology and related fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments by improving the accuracy of radiation therapy in preclinical models.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar advanced imaging technologies in enhancing radiation therapy outcomes in preclinical models.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rogers, Buck E. — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Rogers, Buck E.
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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.