A hands-on course in single cell analysis techniques.
Official title: CSHL Single Cell Analysis Course (2023-2027)
Funded at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory · NIH-11109668 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This two-week course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is designed for anyone interested in learning advanced techniques to study individual cells, including how to analyze their genes and proteins, with hands-on training and insights from top experts in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cold Spring Harbor, United States) |
| Project start | May 24, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $161,579 |
| NIH project number | 5R25HD111361-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11109668 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this course include graduate students, senior investigators, and research physicians interested in single cell research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a background in molecular biology may not benefit from this course.
What this research studies
This course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides intensive training in advanced molecular techniques for analyzing single cells. Over two weeks, participants will learn about various methods such as RNA sequencing, genomic DNA analysis, and proteomics. The curriculum includes practical experience with cutting-edge technologies like single cell isolation and mass spectrometry. Participants will also engage with leading experts who will share the latest advancements in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this course could enhance the skills of researchers, leading to improved understanding and treatment of diseases at the cellular level.
How similar studies have gone: Previous courses in similar advanced molecular techniques have successfully trained numerous researchers, contributing to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Cold Spring Harbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stewart, David J. — Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Stewart, David J.
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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.