A Network for Understanding and Improving Care for Liver Disease (MASH)
Clinical Research Network in Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
This network brings together experts to better understand and develop new treatments for a serious liver condition called MASH, affecting both adults and children.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Liver Institute Northwest PLLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11172550 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The NASH Clinical Research Network (NASH CRN) has been a leader in clinical studies for MASH since 2002. This grant continues the work of the Seattle Clinical Center, which serves a large and unique patient population. Our goal is to gain a deeper understanding of MASH and find better ways to manage it, especially as new medications are needed for both adults and children. We plan to complete enrollment and follow-up for ongoing patient database studies and clinical trials.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with metabolic associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) or metabolic associated steatohepatitis (MASH), including both adults and children, may be ideal candidates for related studies.
Not a fit: Patients without MASLD or MASH would not directly benefit from this specific research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new and better ways to manage and treat MASH, improving the health of affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: The NASH CRN has been a leader in this field since 2002, indicating a track record of successful clinical studies and a well-established approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Liver Institute Northwest PLLC — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kowdley, Kris — Liver Institute Northwest PLLC
- Study coordinator: Kowdley, Kris
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.