Using electrical sensing to classify oral lesions
Classifying Oral Lesions with Chip-on-tip Electrical Impedance Sensing
['FUNDING_R21'] · DARTMOUTH COLLEGE · NIH-10432090
This study is working on a new device that helps doctors quickly identify different types of mouth sores during check-ups, so patients can get faster and better treatment for oral cancer.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | DARTMOUTH COLLEGE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HANOVER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10432090 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a real-time device that can classify oral lesions during routine examinations. Currently, oral lesions are assessed through visual inspection and biopsies, which can delay diagnosis and treatment. The study aims to utilize electrical impedance imaging to differentiate between benign, premalignant, and malignant lesions based on their electrical properties. By optimizing this technology for in-clinic use, the goal is to improve early detection and treatment outcomes for patients with oral cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with oral lesions that require classification to determine the appropriate treatment.
Not a fit: Patients without any oral lesions or those with lesions that have already been diagnosed may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis of oral lesions, significantly improving treatment options and outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using electrical properties to differentiate between tissue types, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
HANOVER, UNITED STATES
- DARTMOUTH COLLEGE — HANOVER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HALTER, RYAN JOSEPH — DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
- Study coordinator: HALTER, RYAN JOSEPH
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: Cancers, neoplasm/cancer, Epithelial cancer