Using light-based imaging techniques to improve diagnostics and research in medicine
Photonics-based Fluorescence Imaging for Research, Diagnostics, and Pathology
This study is working on improving a special imaging technology to help doctors see and understand how cells and biomolecules work, which could lead to faster and more accurate tests for diseases like cancer and infections, ultimately helping patients get better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012283 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing fluorescence imaging technology to better understand biomolecules and cellular functions. By utilizing advanced optical components and multi-layer structures, the project aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of imaging techniques used in clinical diagnostics and research. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic tools that can provide quicker and more precise results for various medical conditions, including infectious diseases and cancer. The research also explores in-vivo imaging of brain tissues, which could lead to better understanding and treatment of neurological disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with conditions requiring advanced diagnostic imaging, such as cancer or neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require advanced imaging techniques or those who are not undergoing diagnostic procedures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and faster diagnostic tools for various diseases, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using fluorescence imaging techniques for diagnostics, indicating a promising potential for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lakowicz, Joseph R. — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Lakowicz, Joseph R.
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.