Mapping brain oxygen metabolism using MRI for clinical applications
Development and Validation of MRI Mapping of Brain Oxygen Metabolism for Clinical Use
This study is working on a new, easy way to check how much oxygen your brain is using, which is really important for understanding brain health, especially for people with conditions like Alzheimer's or after a stroke. Using MRI technology, the researchers hope to make it simple for doctors to see how well your brain is functioning and find the best treatments for you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912480 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a noninvasive method for measuring how much oxygen the brain extracts from blood, which is crucial for understanding brain health, especially in conditions like Alzheimer's disease and stroke. By using MRI technology, the researchers plan to develop a technique that can provide accurate and accessible information about brain oxygen levels without the need for complex procedures. This could help doctors evaluate brain function and tailor treatments for patients with neurological disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 years old who are experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease or other related neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better assessment and management of brain health in patients with Alzheimer's disease and other neurological conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using MRI for brain mapping, but this specific approach is novel and has not been widely tested in clinical settings.
Where this research is happening
Amherst, United States
- State University of New York at Buffalo — Amherst, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cho, Junghun — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Cho, Junghun
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.