Investigating bone health and diseases using advanced imaging techniques
Bone Imaging Core
This study is looking into the causes of bone diseases, like bone cancer and infections, using special imaging tools to help researchers see what's happening at the cellular level, which could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042850 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular causes of musculoskeletal diseases by utilizing advanced bone imaging technologies. The Bone Imaging Core will provide essential imaging resources to researchers studying conditions like bone cancer and infections, allowing for detailed analysis of tissue and cellular changes. By establishing a centralized facility, the project aims to enhance the quality of research and improve our understanding of bone-related disorders. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through this research, which could lead to better diagnostic and treatment options.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals with musculoskeletal disorders, such as bone cancer or infections.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to bone health or those not residing in the research area may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for patients with bone-related diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research utilizing advanced imaging techniques for bone analysis has shown promising results, indicating the potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Delgado-Calle, Jesus — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Delgado-Calle, Jesus
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.