Award
NIH Reporter #4R37CA273959-05
Next-Generation Tomosynthesis Pilot Study
Recipient
University of Pennsylvania
Award Amount
$367,143.00
Ceiling
$367,143.00
Awarded
August 17, 2026
Identifier
4R37CA273959-05
This award funds a pilot study at the University of Pennsylvania to assess a novel breast imaging system that scans in a T-shape to improve breast cancer screening specificity, reduce false positives, and lower radiation dose.
Description
A pilot study to evaluate a next-generation breast tomosynthesis imaging system that scans in two perpendicular directions, aiming to reduce call-back rates without compromising sensitivity. The study involves volunteers and quantitative analyses of breast volume, artifacts, density, and texture to demonstrate improvements.