Award
National Cancer Institute 1R01CA301464-01A1
Cystoscopy-augmenting tools to improve the sensitivity and specificity of detection of urothelial carcinoma in situ
Recipient
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Award Amount
$2,958,465.00
Ceiling
$2,958,465.00
Awarded
September 19, 2025
Identifier
1R01CA301464-01A1
Development of a real-time, low-cost diagnostic system to improve detection of urothelial carcinoma in situ using advanced imaging techniques, aiming to reduce bladder cancer recurrence and improve patient outcomes.
Description
This project aims to develop a multimodal tool combining digital staining of white light cystoscopy images and polarization-sensitive optical coherence tomography to enhance detection accuracy of urothelial carcinoma in situ, improving bladder cancer surveillance and reducing unnecessary biopsies.