Using advanced ultrasound to better understand breast tissue
Multifrequency ultrasound imaging for improved breast tissue characterization
This study is testing a new ultrasound method called H-scan that aims to give doctors better information about breast tissue, helping them find cancer earlier and see how well treatments are working, so patients with breast cancer can get more accurate diagnoses and care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas Engineering Experiment Station NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922827 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new ultrasound imaging technique called H-scan ultrasound, which aims to provide detailed information about breast tissue characteristics that traditional ultrasound methods may miss. By analyzing hidden patterns in ultrasound data, the researchers hope to improve the detection of cancerous cells and assess how well tumors respond to treatments like chemotherapy. The project involves creating a next-generation imaging system that can capture real-time data on tissue function and pathology, potentially leading to more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for patients with breast cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with breast cancer who are undergoing treatment or monitoring.
Not a fit: Patients without breast cancer or those who are not undergoing any treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise and earlier detection of breast cancer, improving treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using similar ultrasound techniques have shown promising results in detecting cancer cell activity, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
College Station, United States
- Texas Engineering Experiment Station — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoyt, Kenneth — Texas Engineering Experiment Station
- Study coordinator: Hoyt, Kenneth
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.