A facility that helps understand biological processes through advanced imaging and analysis techniques.
Integrated Structural Biology Core
The Integrated Structural Biology Core at the University of Montana is working on understanding how tiny biological molecules function, which could help improve treatments for patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Montana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Missoula, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922749 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Integrated Structural Biology Core (ISBC) at the University of Montana provides cutting-edge technology and expertise to help researchers investigate biological processes. This facility offers a range of services, including protein expression and purification, X-ray crystallography, and cryo-electron microscopy. By utilizing these advanced techniques, the ISBC aims to elucidate the structures and functions of biomolecules, which can lead to a better understanding of various biological processes. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in treatments and therapies developed from this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions that have a biochemical basis, such as genetic disorders or cancers.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to biochemical processes or those not requiring structural biology insights may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding diseases at a molecular level, potentially resulting in new therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research facilities utilizing similar structural biology techniques have shown success in elucidating complex biological processes, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
Missoula, United States
- University of Montana — Missoula, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sprang, Stephen R — University of Montana
- Study coordinator: Sprang, Stephen R
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 below.