Using advanced imaging technologies to improve cancer treatment
Advanced Technologies - National Center for Image Guided Therapy (AT-NCIGT)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL · NIH-10992165
This study is exploring new ways to use advanced imaging and data to help doctors find and treat cancer more effectively, so patients can receive more personalized care and hopefully have better outcomes.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10992165 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer care through the integration of advanced imaging technologies, big data science, and personalized medicine. It aims to extract valuable information from imaging data to improve early detection, accurately identify tumor characteristics, and guide surgical interventions. By developing novel methods for image guidance and data integration, the project seeks to empower clinicians with timely and relevant information during cancer treatments. Patients may benefit from improved outcomes through more precise and personalized therapeutic approaches.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients undergoing treatment for various types of cancer who may benefit from advanced imaging techniques.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not requiring surgical intervention may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized cancer treatments, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results using advanced imaging and data integration techniques in cancer care, indicating a strong potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TEMPANY, CLARE M — BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: TEMPANY, CLARE M
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: anti-cancer therapy, Atlas of Cancer Mortality in the United States