Using MRI to track specific immune cells in lung and heart diseases
Tracking M2-Like Macrophages in Cardiopulmonary Diseases by Magnetic Resonance Imaging
This study is looking at new ways to use MRI to see special immune cells in people with heart and lung diseases, which could help doctors understand how these cells react to treatments and improve care for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10744195 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced imaging techniques to visualize M2-like macrophages, which are immune cells involved in inflammation and healing, in patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. By utilizing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), the study aims to enhance our understanding of how these cells behave in response to treatment and disease progression. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic methods that could lead to better-targeted therapies and management strategies for their conditions. The research is conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital, where a team of experts collaborates to ensure comprehensive training and innovative approaches.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with cardiopulmonary diseases who are undergoing treatment or monitoring for their condition.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiopulmonary diseases or those not currently receiving treatment for such conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases by improving diagnostic accuracy and understanding of inflammation.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using imaging techniques to study immune responses, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Cuihua — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wang, Cuihua
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.