Upgrading a high-field MRI machine for better brain and body imaging
Official title: Biomedical 600 MHz High Field MR Spectroscopy and Imaging Magnet Upgrade
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-11099326 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to make a special MRI machine even better so it can help doctors see and understand conditions like Alzheimer's disease more clearly, which could lead to improved treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $2,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD038220-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11099326 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other age-related cognitive impairments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to aging or neurological disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on upgrading a high-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine to enhance its capabilities for studying various medical conditions, particularly those related to aging and Alzheimer's disease. The upgraded machine will allow for more detailed imaging and analysis of biological tissues, which can lead to better understanding and treatment of diseases. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic techniques and potential new therapies developed from the insights gained through this advanced imaging technology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment options for patients with Alzheimer's disease and other related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using high-field MRI technology has shown promising results in enhancing our understanding of neurological diseases, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ackerman, Jerome L — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ackerman, Jerome L
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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.