A center for advanced cryogenic electron microscopy to improve structural biology.
Official title: The Stanford-SLAC CryoEM Center
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-11110399 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Stanford-SLAC CryoEM Center is working to improve a special type of microscope that helps scientists take super detailed pictures of tiny biological structures, making it easier for researchers to study them and share their findings with others.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | June 10, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $6,451,997 |
| NIH project number | 5R24GM154186-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11110399 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include researchers and scientists working in structural biology and related fields who require high-resolution imaging of biological samples.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in scientific research or do not require advanced imaging techniques for their conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Stanford-SLAC CryoEM Center aims to enhance the capabilities of cryogenic electron microscopy (cryoEM) to provide atomic-resolution images crucial for understanding biological structures. This center will upgrade and maintain state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopes, assist researchers in preparing samples, and ensure high-quality data acquisition. Additionally, it will offer training and resources to users, making advanced imaging techniques accessible to a broader scientific community. The center will also focus on integrating user feedback to continuously improve its services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly advance our understanding of complex biological structures, leading to breakthroughs in drug development and disease treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Other research centers utilizing cryo-electron microscopy have shown significant success in advancing structural biology, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chiu, Wah — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Chiu, Wah
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.