Understanding the health effects of radioactive materials in the body
Official title: Dosimetry and health effects of internal radionuclides
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10753881 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about hosting a friendly conference where experts will share important information on how radioactive materials that can get into our bodies affect our health, and it's for researchers and trainees who want to learn more and work together on this topic.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $8,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AI179132-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10753881 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have been exposed to radioactive materials or are involved in fields related to radiation health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not been exposed to radionuclides or are not involved in radiation-related fields may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves organizing a conference focused on the dosimetry and health effects of internal radionuclides, which are radioactive materials that can enter the body. The conference will feature expert speakers discussing how these materials behave in the body, their potential health impacts, and strategies to mitigate these effects. It aims to bring together researchers and trainees to share knowledge and foster collaboration in this important but often overlooked area of study. Attendees will gain insights into the biological and medical implications of internal radiation exposure.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance understanding of the health risks associated with internal radionuclide exposure and inform better safety guidelines.
How similar studies have gone: While the conference aims to address an understudied area, similar conferences have successfully advanced knowledge in related fields, indicating potential for impactful discussions.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Woloschak, Gayle E. — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Woloschak, Gayle E.
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.