Measuring brain temperature to improve stroke treatment
Official title: Absolute Brain Thermography using Multinuclear MRI
Funded at New York University School of Medicine · NIH-11146544 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the temperature of the brain can impact recovery after a stroke, and it aims to help doctors find better ways to monitor and treat patients by using special imaging techniques to see which parts of the brain might be in trouble.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $387,480 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB034820-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11146544 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced a stroke or are at high risk for cerebrovascular ischemia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have risk factors for cerebrovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how brain temperature affects stroke outcomes, particularly focusing on how rising temperatures can worsen brain damage during ischemic events. By using advanced MRI techniques, the study aims to create accurate brain thermographs that can help identify areas of the brain at risk during a stroke. The goal is to develop better prognostic tools and treatment strategies for patients experiencing cerebrovascular ischemia. Patients may benefit from improved monitoring and targeted therapies based on their brain temperature profiles.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for stroke patients, potentially reducing disability and improving recovery outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using MRI techniques for brain temperature measurement, but this specific approach aims to address limitations that have hindered clinical application.
Where this research is happening
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New York University School of Medicine
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alon, Leeor — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Alon, Leeor
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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.