An Adaptive and Reconfigurable Robot-Assisted SPECT Imaging System
NIBIB - National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering
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PROJECT SUMMARY The project aims to develop a robot-assisted Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) imaging system for adaptive and optimized imaging acquisitions. The platform integrates a lightweight Gamma Camera with a highly articulated robotic manipulator. According to the principle of adaptive SPECT imaging, the proposed imaging system will modify its data collection configuration in response to the object under evaluation, the imaging task, and the image information received, to achieve the best imaging performance. It is our central hypothesis that an adaptive and reconfigurable SPECT imaging system, designed to personalize the imaging process for each patient, will lead to improved imaging performance, shorter scan times, and lower radiation doses. In this 3-year feasibility effort, we will mainly focus on the design, development, integration, and validation of the subsystems of this novel SPECT imaging platform with the goal to deliver optimized and tailored imaging acquisitions, offering improved diagnostic accuracy and performance. In details, the project aims to: (1) Develop a dedicated lightweight Gamma Camera: the Gamma Camera will be built using an array of solid-state detectors and a customized 3D printed collimator. It will offer excellent spectroscopic performance, high sensitivity, and a lightweight design suitable for robotic manipulation. (2) Plan optimized scanning trajectories and jointly reconstruct tomographic images: Advanced optimization algorithms will be developed to determine the best camera positions and trajectories for each patient and imaging task. This will involve simulating different scanning patterns and analyzing factors like image quality, accuracy, and image enhancement. (3) Integrate the gamma camera with a robotic arm: The dedicated camera will be mounted on a highly articulated robotic arm. This will allow the camera to freely move around the patient, ensuring optimal and repeatable image acquisitions. The entire system will be rigorously tested using both computer simulations and physical imaging phantoms. We will evaluate the performance of the robot-assisted SPECT system compared to traditional scanning methods (e.g. fixed radius of rotation and uniform scan time). This technology could be used for a wide range of diagnostic applications, and we will particularly focus on organ-specific scans like breast and heart imaging. By combining robotics, advanced optimization algorithms, and specialized hardware and sensor technology, the proposed work has the potential to change how SPECT imaging systems are conceived, operated and interface with each patient.
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An Adaptive and Reconfigurable Robot-Assisted SPECT Imaging System is a NIBIB - National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering grant providing up to $619K for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2029-03-31 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Up to $619K
2029-03-31
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An Adaptive and Reconfigurable Robot-Assisted SPECT Imaging System is offered by NIBIB - National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering and is generally open to university, nonprofit, healthcare org. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
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An Adaptive and Reconfigurable Robot-Assisted SPECT Imaging System provides up to $619K per award from NIBIB - National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
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Applications for An Adaptive and Reconfigurable Robot-Assisted SPECT Imaging System are due 2029-03-31 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, NIBIB - National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
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