Improving x-ray imaging with advanced scintillator technology
Official title: Pixelated scintillators for ultra-high resolution cone-beam CT
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10951175 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to make x-ray images clearer and more detailed by using a special material that turns x-rays into light more effectively, which could help doctors get better pictures for diagnosing health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $255,187 |
| NIH project number | 1R21EB036134-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10951175 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who require advanced imaging techniques for conditions affecting blood vessels, the brain, or other critical areas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require x-ray imaging or those with conditions that do not involve the areas targeted by this research may not benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the performance of x-ray imaging systems by developing a new type of scintillator that converts x-rays to light more efficiently. The approach involves using laser ablation to create a pixelated structure in the scintillator material, which helps to reduce light spread and improve image resolution. By applying advanced coating techniques, the researchers aim to minimize signal loss and enhance the clarity of the images produced. This innovative technology could lead to better diagnostic capabilities in medical imaging.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significantly clearer and more accurate x-ray images, improving diagnostic outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in enhancing imaging technologies through innovative scintillator designs, indicating that this approach could be a meaningful advancement.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zbijewski, Wojciech Bartosz — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Zbijewski, Wojciech Bartosz
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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.