Improving the sustainability of magnetic resonance facilities for biomedical research
Official title: Acquisition of a Liquid Helium Recycling System to Ensure Continued Viability of Magnetic Resonance Facilities for Biomedical Research
Funded at College of Staten Island · NIH-10881271 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into a new system that will recycle helium used in important medical research tools, helping to save a lot of helium and make sure we can keep using these tools effectively for health-related studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | College of Staten Island NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $250,000 |
| NIH project number | 1S10GM154294-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10881271 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients involved in studies utilizing NMR and EPR techniques for cancer and other medical conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research that utilizes NMR or EPR techniques may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on acquiring a liquid helium recycling system to support the magnetic resonance facilities at the College of Staten Island. The system will capture and re-liquefy evaporating helium gas, significantly reducing the waste of this scarce resource. By implementing this technology, the facility aims to decrease its helium consumption by 80-90%, ensuring that critical biophysical techniques like nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) can continue to be utilized effectively for medical research. This approach not only addresses resource management but also enhances the sustainability of biomedical research practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could ensure the continued availability of advanced imaging techniques crucial for understanding and treating various medical conditions.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of helium recycling is innovative, similar systems have shown promise in other research facilities, indicating potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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College of Staten Island
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Poget, Sebastien F — College of Staten Island
- Study coordinator: Poget, Sebastien F
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.