We propose to develop statistical methods for the analysis of longitudinal magnetic reso- nance imaging (MRI) data for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Disease biomarkers identi?ed from MRI are necessary for studying disease progression in observational studies and for assessing treatment effects of therapies in clinical trials. We propose statistical methods for the analysis of longitudinal MRI intensity time courses that integrate information across multiple modalities. The proposed methods will harness the complex data structure of clinical MRI for identifying biomarkers that can be utilized in future studies and that are implementable in MS centers across the country.

Public Health Relevance

Identi?cation of magnetic resonance imaging biomarkers for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) that describe brain changes over time is crucial for observational studies of MS and treatment clinical trials. We propose to develop rigorous statistical methods for analyzing high-dimensional longitudinal imaging data before, during, and after the formation of white matter lesions in patients with MS.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Type
Exploratory/Developmental Grants (R21)
Project #
1R21NS093349-01A1
Application #
9112250
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1)
Program Officer
Babcock, Debra J
Project Start
2016-05-15
Project End
2018-04-30
Budget Start
2016-05-15
Budget End
2017-04-30
Support Year
1
Fiscal Year
2016
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Pennsylvania
Department
Biostatistics & Other Math Sci
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
042250712
City
Philadelphia
State
PA
Country
United States
Zip Code
19104
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