Using advanced imaging and AI to enhance deep brain stimulation for better treatment outcomes
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Deep Learning to Improve Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy
['FUNDING_R01'] · GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC · NIH-10930962
This study is looking to make deep brain stimulation therapy for Parkinson's disease quicker and easier by using advanced brain imaging and smart technology, so patients can find the best treatment settings faster and with less hassle.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NISKAYUNA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10930962 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy for conditions like Parkinson's disease by utilizing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and deep learning techniques. The goal is to optimize the stimulation parameters more efficiently than current methods, which often rely on trial and error and can take up to a year for patients to find the right settings. By employing advanced imaging and AI, the researchers aim to reduce the time and financial burden associated with DBS therapy, making it more accessible and effective for patients. The study will explore the use of newer DBS electrodes that allow for more precise stimulation of brain tissue, potentially leading to better clinical outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who are considering or currently undergoing deep brain stimulation therapy.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions other than Parkinson's disease or those who are not candidates for deep brain stimulation therapy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the effectiveness and accessibility of deep brain stimulation therapy for patients with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging and AI techniques to optimize medical treatments, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant advancements in DBS therapy.
Where this research is happening
NISKAYUNA, UNITED STATES
- GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC — NISKAYUNA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: AJALA, AFIS — GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC
- Study coordinator: AJALA, AFIS
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.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease