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NIH Solicitation for Advanced In Vivo Inner Ear Imaging Technologies

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking proposals for a cooperative agreement to advance in vivo high-resolution imaging technologies for the human inner ear. - Government Buyer: - National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Products/Services Requested: - Clinical trial research to develop or improve structural and functional imaging technologies for the living human inner ear - May include new imaging techniques, probes, or contrast agents - Focus on non-invasive visualization of auditory and vestibular structures (e.g., hair cells, otoliths, membranes, ions, vasculature) in awake patients - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Multidisciplinary team approach encouraged - Studies must focus on human applications or clearly define limitations in anesthetized humans - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities specified - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - The opportunity is listed under Assistance Listing 93.173 (Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders)

Description

This funding opportunity supports high risk clinical trials to develop in vivo high-resolution structural and functional imaging technologies for the living human inner ear. Projects should aim to improve resolution or develop new imaging techniques to visualize inner ear structures with greater detail and accuracy. The research may include developing new imaging probes or contrast agents to enhance visualization. The goal is to advance non-invasive visualization of auditory and vestibular components in awake patients in clinical settings. A multidisciplinary team approach is encouraged, and studies must focus on human applications or clearly define limitations in anesthetized humans.

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