New imaging technology for studying children's health
Seattle Children's Shared Light Sheet Microscopy Facility
This study is all about giving researchers at Seattle Children's Research Institute and the University of Washington special tools to take super detailed 3-D pictures of tissues, which will help them learn more about health issues that affect kids, like brain development problems and cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seattle Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11102025 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to provide advanced light-sheet microscopy equipment to biomedical researchers at Seattle Children's Research Institute and the University of Washington. The technology will enable detailed imaging of tissue structures, allowing researchers to study various conditions affecting children, including neurodevelopmental disorders and cancer biology. By capturing 3-D images, this approach overcomes limitations of traditional 2-D histology, leading to more accurate data and insights into complex biological systems. The facility will support multiple research projects, enhancing the understanding of developmental biology and tissue regeneration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are children aged 0-11 years with conditions related to neurodevelopment, cancer, or other developmental disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions not related to the focus areas of this research may not receive any benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for various pediatric conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has successfully utilized advanced imaging technologies to enhance understanding of complex biological systems, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Seattle Children's Hospital — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vittorio Gallo, Vittorio Gallo Vittorio Gallo — Seattle Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Vittorio Gallo, Vittorio Gallo Vittorio Gallo
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.