A new tool for sorting and analyzing cells in research
Official title: Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorter
Funded at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · NIH-10854478 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting a special machine that helps scientists sort different types of cells from tissues, which is really important for understanding diseases like cancer and other health issues, and they’ll also provide training to make sure researchers can use it effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 27, 2024 |
| Project end | September 26, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $290,998 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD036380-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10854478 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include children and young patients with conditions that require detailed cellular analysis, such as cancer or developmental disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not involve cellular analysis or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on acquiring a specialized cell sorting instrument called the FACS Melody, which will be used to separate different types of cells from tissues or organs. By using fluorescent markers, the device can identify and sort cells based on specific characteristics, which is crucial for understanding various diseases, including cancer and developmental disorders. The facility will provide training and support for researchers, ensuring that they can effectively utilize this technology for their studies. This advancement will enhance the ability to conduct detailed analyses of cell responses that are vital for medical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of various diseases by enabling more precise cell analysis.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing fluorescence activated cell sorting has shown significant success in advancing our understanding of cellular behaviors in various diseases.
Where this research is happening
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Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schumacker, Paul T — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Schumacker, Paul T
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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.