Using advanced imaging and AI to quickly detect lung cancer during bronchoscopy

A multicenter study in bronchoscopy combining Stimulated Raman Histology with Artificial intelligence for rapid lung cancer detection - The ON-SITE study

NIH-funded research Invenio Imaging INC. · NIH-10798269

This study is testing a new way to quickly and accurately detect lung cancer during bronchoscopy using advanced imaging and artificial intelligence, which could help patients get better diagnoses and treatment without needing extra biopsies.

Quick facts

Grant typeSbir 2 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionInvenio Imaging INC. NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Santa Clara, United States)
Project IDNIH-10798269 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving the detection of lung cancer by combining a new imaging technique called Stimulated Raman Histology with artificial intelligence. The goal is to provide rapid, accurate diagnoses during bronchoscopy procedures, which could help reduce the need for repeat biopsies and improve treatment planning. By using deep learning algorithms, the system aims to analyze fresh tissue samples in real-time, enhancing the quality and efficiency of lung cancer diagnosis. Patients undergoing bronchoscopy for suspected lung cancer may benefit from this innovative approach.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with suspected lung cancer who are scheduled to undergo bronchoscopy for tissue biopsy.

Not a fit: Patients who have already been diagnosed with lung cancer and are not undergoing bronchoscopy may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to faster and more accurate lung cancer diagnoses, potentially improving treatment outcomes for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using AI and advanced imaging techniques for cancer detection, suggesting that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

Santa Clara, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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