The Radiology Research Team provides imaging research support for all radiology faculty, fellows and residents. We provide study assistance each step of the way, from training guidance and protocol development through IRB submission and publication.
We also support the UNM Health Sciences Center research community and the Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our external services range from feasibilty and budget estimates through subject scheduling and image anonymization.
Improving patient care by encouraging interdisciplinary research in radiology and imaging sciences.
We strive to improve patient care by optimizing image acquisition techniques and developing new imaging methods that increase sensitivity and specificity for disease detection and progression. We provide imaging leadership and strategic vision for preclinical, clinical, and quantitative imaging for UNM’s Signature Programs: Brain and Behavioral Health, Cancer, Cardiovascular & Metabolic Disease, Child Health, Environmental Health Sciences, Infectious Diseases & Immunity and Health Services Research. We are committed to supporting collaborative and team science and we seek opportunities to engage clinicians and scientists throughout the Health System to better understand imaging needs. Our research team is focused on innovating, collaborating, and translating research from bench to bedside. We will invest in training, mentoring, and supporting residents, faculty and staff whose ingenuity and dedication will help Radiology fulfil this mission.
The Radiology Image Processing Lab (RIPL) is the core of our research facility. Our goal is facilitating translational research through the provision of state-of-the-art image processing tools for the intramural community. The laboratory is focused on quantitative image analysis and 3D printing for both preclinical and clinical research applications.
The radiology research team offers a full range of support and services to faculty, fellows, residents and medical students. For a list of services and links to get started, please see below. For assistance please contact us at RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu
In order to participate in a research study, all study team members need to complete some required training. To learn abouth the requirements and complete the trainings, please contact us.
Full IRB Committee Review can take anywhere from 3-8 weeks from the time you submit your protocol for review. Not sure if your study is needs an IRB? Use our IRB Determination Checklist to decide.
The Department of Radiology has a process for certain human subjects research (HSR) investigations that does not require IRB review. These studies must be considered Exempt Category 4. To find out if your investigation is considered Exempt HSR, download the Investigator Manual or see the HHS Decision Tool Chart 6. These tools and more can be found on this Smartsheet page.
We also encourage you to submit non-human subjects research (NHR) studies such as quality projects, case reports, and educational activities through this process.
Ready to submit a new study? Fill out this form!
The research team assists radiololgy faculty with all research imaging studies from protocol development through subject scheduling and data analysis.
Requests for data must first be approved by the CTSC Data Warehouse Committee by using the HSC Clinical Data Request Form. Our research coordinator is experienced in acting as liason for data requests.
There are some exceptions to the CTSC data request process. If your request is for education or publication purposes, please use the Internal Data Requests form.
Research image analysis is run through our Radiology Image Processing Lab. The laboratory is focused on quantitative image analysis and 3D printing for both preclinical and clinical research applications. For more information about our lab, visit the Radiology Image Processing Lab web page.
If a departmental study needs funding, the radiology primary investigator can request money from the Radiology Research Steering Committee. The steering committe votes on whether or not to fund the study and notifies the investigator of the award. If you would like to request funds for your study, please send an email to RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu.
For assistance with a grant submission, please contact us at RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu. If you are on a grant, thinking of being on a grant, or writing a grant, NIH has updated the biosketch format for all NIH grant submissions starting Jan 25, 2022. The current biosketch is located at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/forms/biosketch.htm.
All imaging support services are handled through the Human Imaging Research Core (HIRC). Based on fee-for-services, the HIRC provides comprehensive research support. For a quote for services, please fill out this questionnaire. To learn more, please visit the Human Imaging Research Core (HIRC) web page.
The Radiology Image Processing Lab (RIPL) is the core of our research facility. Our goal is facilitating translational research through the provision of state-of-the-art image processing tools for the intramural community. The laboratory is focused on quantitative image analysis and 3D printing for both preclinical and clinical research applications. For more information on equipment and support, please visit our web page.
All requests for data must first be approved by the CTSC Data Warehouse Committee. If you have not yet recieved approval, please request approval by using the HSC Clinical Data Request Form.
Requests for anonymized images are routed to Radiology Research. The Radiology Honest Broker will serve as your liason to the CTSC Data Warehouse Committee. Once your request has been approved, the Human Imaging Research Core (HIRC) manages the anonymizaton project and billing.
If you have additional questions, please contact RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu.
To request exam anonymization for a clinical trial, please fill out this form:
Anonymization Request Form (REDCap)
For assistance with Cancer Center clinical trials, please email our Radiology Research Technologist or Radiology Research Manager:
Michele Wanner
Nuclear Medicine/Research Technologist
MWanner@salud.unm.edu
All imaging support services are managed by the Human Imaging Research Core (HIRC). Based on fee-for-services, the HIRC provides comprehensive imaging research support.
Research Manager
Michael J Capps
mjcapps@salud.unm.edu
Research Radiology Technologist
Missy Wanner
MWanner@salud.unm.edu
Radiology Research Inquiries
RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu
HIRC Research Inquiries
HSC-HIRC@salud.unm.edu
Mailing Address:
Department of Radiology
MSC 10 5530
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Physical Location:
Reginald Heber Fitz Hall
Phone: 505-272-7759
Fax: 505-272-5821
RadiologyResearch@salud.unm.edu