This subproject is one of many research subprojects utilizing the resources provided by a Center grant funded by NIH/NCRR. The subproject and investigator (PI) may have received primary funding from another NIH source, and thus could be represented in other CRISP entries. The institution listed is for the Center, which is not necessarily the institution for the investigator. The goal of the Research Radiology Core Facility is to provide dedicated equipment and staff to ensure that research subjects receive high quality, consistent mammography, ultrasound and bone densitometric scans in a centralized location with scheduling that will assist in subject retention. Space for this core has been identified and renovation funds requested.
The Specific Aims are: 1) To equip and staff a Research Radiology Core Facility with the ability to carry out mammography, high resolution ultrasonography, and bone densitometry. As the permanent home for the research radiology core in the area under renovation for the CWHR is not yet complete, purchasing of the new mammography and ultrasound equipment was done at the end of the funding cycle so that the equipment could be installed once without being moved. During this year, ultrasonography and bone densitometry studies were carried out using existing equipment in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. A certified ultransonographer was hired to provide those services. 2) To provide radiological services to research faculty and assist in the collection and interpretation of research data. The number of projects utilizing the services of the core has been increased from the original 3 to 5. The objectives for the next year include installing, certifying, and operating the new mammography equipment. Increasing the number of funded research projects utilizing the facility and enhancing the services provided.
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