A new advanced microscope for studying biological samples
A High-performance Shared Resource Super-resolution Spinning Disk Microscope
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO · NIH-11102405
This study is all about getting a new, advanced microscope that will help scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder take clearer and faster pictures of living and fixed biological samples, making it easier for them to understand how cells work.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11102405 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to acquire a state-of-the-art super-resolution spinning disk confocal microscope to enhance imaging capabilities for live and fixed biological samples. The new microscope will replace outdated technology and provide high-speed imaging, which is crucial for various biological studies. It will be housed in the Porter Biosciences Light Microscopy Core Facility at the University of Colorado Boulder, where multiple research teams will utilize it for their projects. This upgrade will support ongoing NIH-funded research and contribute to a better understanding of cellular processes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include adolescents and young individuals involved in studies related to cellular biology and proteasome functions.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in biological research or those with conditions unrelated to the cellular processes being studied may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality and speed of biological imaging, leading to better insights into cellular functions and disease mechanisms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research utilizing advanced microscopy techniques has shown significant success in enhancing our understanding of biological processes, indicating that this approach is likely to yield valuable results.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO — Boulder, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ORTH, JAMES D — UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
- Study coordinator: ORTH, JAMES D
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.