Using a special system to assess brain injuries in patients
Official title: Using an Inclined Plane System to Triage TBI Patients
Funded at Hemex Health, INC. · NIH-10822698 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to help doctors quickly and accurately identify mild traumatic brain injuries using a special system and blood tests, which could be especially helpful in emergency rooms that don’t have advanced equipment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hemex Health, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $332,122 |
| NIH project number | 1R43NS135862-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10822698 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced a recent head injury, particularly those with symptoms of mild traumatic brain injury.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with severe traumatic brain injuries that are already detectable through standard imaging techniques may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a new method for triaging patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) using an inclined plane system. It aims to improve the accuracy of diagnosing mild TBIs, which are often missed by traditional CT scans. By utilizing newly approved biomarkers found in blood samples, the study seeks to provide a more objective assessment of brain injury severity. This approach could enhance the decision-making process for treatment in emergency settings, especially in areas lacking advanced diagnostic tools.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and timely diagnoses of mild traumatic brain injuries, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using biomarkers for diagnosing brain injuries, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Hemex Health, INC.
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Galen, Peter — Hemex Health, INC.
- Study coordinator: Galen, Peter
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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.