Investigating electrical properties of brain tissue using magnetic resonance imaging
Electrical spectral imaging using magnetic resonance methods
This study is exploring a new way to use MRI scans to safely look at the electrical signals in brain tissue, which could help doctors better understand and diagnose brain tumors and other conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10468820 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on using advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques to non-invasively measure the electrical properties of brain tissue. By examining low-frequency electrical signals, the study aims to provide insights into cell density, membrane characteristics, and the presence of diseases such as brain tumors. The approach involves transforming existing imaging methods to capture a wider range of frequencies, allowing for a more detailed understanding of tissue states over time. This could lead to improved diagnostic capabilities for brain cancers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with brain tumors or other brain-related conditions requiring advanced imaging techniques.
Not a fit: Patients with non-brain-related conditions or those who do not require imaging of brain tissue may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors by providing more accurate imaging of tissue properties.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been successful applications of MRI in measuring electrical properties at high and low frequencies, this specific approach to capturing a broader frequency range is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Arizona State University-Tempe Campus — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sadleir, Rosalind J — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Sadleir, Rosalind J
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.