A new bioadhesive patch to help heal diabetic wounds faster
Official title: Strain-Programmed Bioadhesive Patch for Enhanced Diabetic Wound Healing
Funded at Sanaheal, INC. · NIH-10924020 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a special patch that helps heal diabetic wounds better and faster, and it's designed to be safe and effective for people with diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sanaheal, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Somerville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 7, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,105,432 |
| NIH project number | 5R44DK137615-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10924020 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with chronic diabetic wounds, particularly those who have not responded well to existing treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-diabetic wounds or those who do not have chronic wound issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a strain-programmed bioadhesive patch designed to enhance the healing process of diabetic wounds. The approach involves optimizing this patch to meet FDA regulatory standards before conducting pivotal clinical trials. By utilizing mechanical modulation, the patch aims to improve therapeutic efficacy and reduce costs compared to existing treatments. The research includes pre-clinical validation using various animal models to demonstrate the patch's effectiveness in promoting wound healing.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the healing rates of diabetic wounds, reducing complications and healthcare costs for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results with similar bioadhesive technologies, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Sanaheal, INC.
Somerville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yuk, Hyunwoo — Sanaheal, INC.
- Study coordinator: Yuk, Hyunwoo
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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.