Steinbeis Research Center Center for Advanced Imaging and Translational Rheumatology (c-AITR)

Services

  • Imaging and Diagnostics
    • High-resolution ultrasound examinations and image analysis for the diagnosis and monitoring of rheumatologic diseases
    • Specialized image analysis for joints and vessels in inflammatory diseases
    • Innovative monitoring using imaging techniques for therapy support
  • Research and Development
    • Development of new imaging protocols and optimization of existing techniques
    • Translational research to improve the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatologic diseases
    • Collaboration with clinical partners to translate research findings into practice
  • Basic Science Research
    • Immunological and molecular analyses of biomaterials such as synovial and muscle biopsies
    • Investigation of pathophysiological mechanisms of rheumatologic diseases to identify new therapeutic targets
    • Development and validation of biomarker-based imaging approaches for early detection and personalized therapy of rheumatologic diseases
  • Project Management and Study Coordination
    • Planning and execution of clinical studies in the field of rheumatology
    • Support in the coordination and management of research projects
    • Establishment and maintenance of collaborations with academic and industrial partners
  • Data Management and Analysis
    • Collection, processing, and analysis of large datasets from clinical studies
    • Ensuring data integrity and security
    • Support in data analysis for scientific publications and reports
  • Knowledge Transfer
    • Consulting and support in material transfer and data licensing agreements
    • Promoting the transfer of knowledge between research and clinical practice
    • Contract management to ensure legal and ethical standards

Key Areas

  • Innovative Imaging Techniques in Rheumatology
    • Development and application of high-resolution ultrasound techniques
    • Use of biomarker-based imaging for early detection of rheumatologic diseases
  • Translational Research to Optimize Therapies
    • Translating molecular and immunological research findings into clinical applications
    • Enhancing personalized therapies for inflammatory joint and vascular diseases
  • Pathophysiological Mechanisms of Inflammatory Diseases
    • Researching the immunological and molecular foundations of rheumatologic diseases
    • Identifying new therapeutic targets through fundamental research
  • Diagnostics and Monitoring Using Imaging Technologies
    • Integrating innovative imaging technologies for precise diagnosis
    • Long-term monitoring of disease progression and therapy effects in rheumatologic patients
  • Data Management and Analysis in Clinical Research
    • Optimizing data integrity and security in large clinical cohorts
    • Utilizing advanced data analysis techniques to support translational research
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer
    • Promoting collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and industry partners
    • Translating research findings into clinical practice to improve patient care
  • Project Management and Study Coordination
    • Efficient planning and execution of clinical studies in rheumatology
    • Building sustainable collaborations to promote innovative research and development
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Contact

Venusberg Campus 1, Gebäude 20, D-53127 Bonn
Phone: +49 228 28717016
E-mail: SU2581@stw.de
Management: Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. MUDr. Valentin Sebastian Schäfer
(Stand: 02/06/2025)

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