This federal Project Grant award, totaling $1,541,316.00, was provided by the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) under the "Discovery and Applied Research for Technological Innovations to Improve Human Health" program (CFDA 93.286). The goal of this 4-year project is to develop a novel molecular imaging technology that combines Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Ultrasound (US) imaging to enable real-time, interactive PET/US scanning and visualization of molecular contrast within US images. This innovative hybrid imaging system aims to improve the accuracy of US-guided tissue biopsies by incorporating PET tracer localization, supporting personalized precision medicine applications. The award recipient, The Washington University in St. Louis, will leverage its expertise in biomedical engineering and advanced imaging to create a compact, cost-effective PET/US device that can be integrated with existing clinical US scanners. The anticipated outcome is a new class of molecular imaging technology that provides anatomical, physiological, and molecularly-targeted information to enhance point-of-care clinical interventions.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $507.4k | 5/8/25 | ||
| Not listed | $516.9k | 8/21/24 | ||
| Not listed | $516.9k | 8/21/24 |