Yale University · Biomedical EngineeringMa Imaging Lab
Chao Ma · New Haven, Connecticut
Research Focus
Dr. Chao Ma's lab focuses on enhancing the treatment of gliomas, a common type of malignant brain tumor, through advanced imaging techniques. They are developing a novel imaging technology that combines Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopic Imaging (MRSI) with machine learning to achieve high-resolution metabolic images of tumors. This research aims to improve the accuracy of radiation therapy planning by precisely mapping tumor boundaries, which is crucial for better patient outcomes in glioma treatment.
gliomasradiation therapymagnetic resonance imagingspectroscopic imagingmachine learning
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop high-resolution MRSI technology for glioma treatment planning.
AIM 02Evaluate the performance of MRSI methods in various settings.
AIM 03Investigate metabolic biomarkers for improved tumor boundary delineation.
Skills the Lab Values
MR spectroscopyimage processingclinical trial designdata acquisition techniquesmachine learning applications
Output against the department
Publications659top 10% of dept.57th of 595
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Citations34ktop 7% of dept.40th of 595
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