Investigating brain and spine development using MRI imaging
Official title: Radiology Core
Funded at Washington University · NIH-10876265 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the brain and spine work in people with different development patterns using MRI scans, and it's designed to help patients at the Park-Reeves Chiari & Syringomyelia Center better understand their neurological conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $383,402 |
| NIH project number | 5P01NS131131-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10876265 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals with conditions related to brain and spine development, particularly those associated with Chiari malformation and syringomyelia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated neurological conditions or those not requiring MRI imaging may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on using neuroimaging techniques, specifically MRI, to study the structure and function of the human brain and spine in both typical and atypical development. The project aims to provide comprehensive MRI services to support various sub-projects at the Park-Reeves Chiari & Syringomyelia Center. It involves coordinating initial and follow-up MRI scans, ensuring quality control of imaging equipment, and securely managing the imaging data. Patients will benefit from advanced imaging techniques that enhance understanding of neurological conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for neurological conditions affecting brain and spine development.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using MRI for neuroimaging has shown significant success in understanding brain development and related disorders, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shimony, Joshua S — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Shimony, Joshua S
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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.