Researchers are developing an AI tool to evaluate placental photographs that could provide predictions for multiple adverse outcomes, such as infection or sepsis.
Science Highlights · February 26, 2025
In a preclinical study, NIBIB researchers found that bone marrow transplants to treat sickle cell disease early in life may lower risk of stroke into adulthood.
Science Highlights · February 13, 2025
A preclinical study in a mouse model of sickle-cell disease showed that stimulating brain regions with focused ultrasound can reduce pain hypersensitivity.
Science Highlights · February 13, 2025
The low image quality of small, affordable MRI machines have prevented their widespread use. But a boost from AI could close the gap, bringing MRI to more patients.
Science Highlights · January 10, 2025
In an effort to greatly expand accessibility, this compact fluorescence-guided surgery system, evaluated in mice, is crafted from cost-effective and off-the-shelf components.
Science Highlights · December 23, 2024
With the help of some of nature’s best engineers, NIBIB-funded researchers have developed technology to regrow damaged facial nerves.
Science Highlights · December 20, 2024
Releasing a drug selectively in specific locations in the body, including the brain, has been challenging. Researchers at the University of Utah have tackled the problem by designing ultrasound-sensitive nanoparticles that release a drug at the targeted site when activated by focused ultrasound.
Science Highlights · December 19, 2024
NIH has awarded more than $4 million in funds and support services to three diagnostic technology developers as part of RADx ® Tech’s Advanced Platforms for HIV Viral Load Monitoring program.
Science Highlights · December 17, 2024
Researchers use multiorgan tissue chips to study the impacts of space radiation on human physiology to support the astronauts of tomorrow.