In Vivo High-Resolution Imaging for Inner Ear Visualization (R01 Clinical Trial optional)

This funding opportunity aims to support the development of in vivo high-resolution structural and functional imaging technologies for the living human inner ear. Proposed projects should focus on improving the resolution of current imaging techniques or developing new imaging techniques that can visualize inner ear structures in vivo with significantly greater detail and accuracy than currently possible. Both structural and functional aspects, including visualizing dynamic elements, are important to the development of new and improved techniques. Projects may also focus on developing new imaging probes or contrast agents that can enhance visualization of the inner ear structures. Key aspects of this opportunity include: • Improving the resolution of current imaging techniques • Developing new imaging techniques for inner ear visualization • Focusing on structural and functional aspects, including dynamic elements • Developing new imaging probes or contrast agents • Encouraging a multi-disciplinary team approach • Supporting studies in humans and intermediate studies in animals, but not non-mammalian species