Yale University · Biomedical EngineeringDuncan Lab
James S Duncan · New Haven, Connecticut
Research Focus
Dr. James S. Duncan's lab at Yale University focuses on improving treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and liver cancer using advanced imaging techniques and machine learning. For autism, the team aims to develop deep learning models that can identify brain biomarkers and predict treatment outcomes. In liver cancer, they explore innovative imaging methods to characterize tumor environments and improve patient care through personalized treatment strategies based on non-invasive biomarkers.
autismmachine learningimaging biomarkersliver cancerdeep learningfunctional MRItumor microenvironment
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop deep learning models to identify biomarkers in autism spectrum disorder.
AIM 02Enhance imaging methods for assessing treatment outcomes in liver cancer.
AIM 03Create integrated models for analyzing brain connectivity in autism.
AIM 04Characterize the tumor microenvironment in liver cancer treatments.
AIM 05Implement machine learning algorithms for predicting therapy response.
Skills the Lab Values
functional MRI analysisdeep learning techniquesimage segmentationmachine learningmultimodal imagingdata analysiscomputer programminglongitudinal study designbiostatistics
Output against the department
Publications559top 13% of dept.75th of 595
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Citations23ktop 14% of dept.86th of 595
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