Training future scientists in neuroscience and optical technologies
Official title: Graduate Training at the Interface of Neuroscience, Optical Engineering and Data Science
Funded at Boston University (Charles River Campus) · NIH-10847851 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a training program for future scientists to learn how to use advanced tools to study the brain, helping them work together better and share ideas with each other.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | July 8, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $167,378 |
| NIH project number | 1T32NS136080-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10847851 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are graduate students and early-career researchers interested in neuroscience, optical engineering, or data science.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic or research training programs may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a training program that combines neuroscience, optical engineering, and data science to prepare the next generation of researchers. It aims to bridge the gap between the developers of neurophotonic technologies and the neuroscience community by providing essential skills in data collection and analysis. Participants will learn to effectively use advanced imaging techniques to study brain functions, while also understanding the limitations of these tools. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and communication, fostering a new generation of scientists equipped to advance brain research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the capabilities of future scientists to utilize advanced imaging technologies, leading to better understanding and treatment of neurological conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Other interdisciplinary training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities in related fields, indicating a positive outlook for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University (Charles River Campus)
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Boas, David a — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Boas, David a
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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.