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About This Grant
This proposal requests NIH funding for the procurement of a VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR X20 Multi-Modal Imaging system. The Vevo F2 LAZR X20 is a highly versatile imaging system specifically designed for non- invasive pre-clinical small animal research. This newer generation ultrasound/photoacoustic imager will replace the old generation Vevo 2100 LAZR system that has been phased out by Fujifilm VisualSonics. The new equipment will enable high resolution longitudinal investigation of anatomical and functional changes associated with disease progression and enable monitoring of therapeutic responses in a non-invasive manner. The instrument will support 8 major users, 5 minor users and 4 early-career investigators at the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Wellman Center for Photomedicine (Dermatology and Pathology), Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular Research Center (Medicine), and Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging. The diverse research applications of these researchers are focused on using imaging technology to understand the pathophysiology of an array of high impact diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, abnormal brain function, neurological pathologies/injury, and antibiotic-resistant infections. Collectively, these scientists have experience using the most sophisticated optical imaging technologies currently available to biomedical research, each of which has its own intrinsic strengths and weaknesses. An internal advisory committee formed will ensure smooth operations, training, maintenance, compliance and resolve user time conflicts. A strong institutional and departmental support will ensure maintenance, support for core staff and other technical staff and a provision for training new research staff. There is no accessible photoacoustic system available to us where animals can be easily transported for any of the above applications. There are just two existing US/PAI systems in the Boston area – Vevo 3100 LAZR- X. However, the sales of this model has been discontinued by the vendor with official support ending in 2027, further limiting their ability to sustain or expand access for new users. This will be the first Vevo F2 LAZR X20 system in Boston. A few unique features of the new Vevo F2 LAZR X20 system are listed below: • An increased wavelength range (660-1320 nm) with increased laser power enabling photoacoustic imaging for treatment planning and monitoring at a depth not obtainable with other optical imaging technologies • Capability to customize configuration (waveforms and pulse sequences) for acoustic engineering • Real-time display of co-registered physiological and anatomical information of target tissues • Capability to perform 4D and whole-body imaging • Measure tissue oxygenation and hemodynamics • Monitoring physiological and anatomical changes in high resolution
Grant Summary
VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System is a OD - NIH Office of the Director grant providing up to $1.1M for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2027-04-30 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Up to $1.1M
2027-04-30
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VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System?
VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System is offered by OD - NIH Office of the Director 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.
How much funding does the VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System provide?
VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System provides up to $1.1M per award from OD - NIH Office of the Director. 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.
When is the VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System deadline?
Applications for VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System are due 2027-04-30 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, OD - NIH Office of the Director, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System?
To apply for VisualSonics Vevo F2 LAZR-X20 Photoacoustic and Ultrasound Imaging System, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from OD - NIH Office of the Director.