Measuring brain temperature to improve stroke treatment
Absolute Brain Thermography using Multinuclear MRI
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-11146544
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
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11146544 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced a stroke or are at high risk for cerebrovascular ischemia.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have risk factors for cerebrovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
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 performed: 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
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- 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
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.
Conditions: Acquired brain injury