A new way to count stem cells for better treatments
Design and production of an automated electronic tissue stem cell counter
This project aims to create a new device that can accurately count the number of stem cells in treatments for patients with conditions like cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Asymmetrex, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11193792 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
When patients receive stem cell treatments, such as for cancer or other diseases, doctors currently don't know the exact number of stem cells being given. This makes it harder to predict how well the treatment will work or to compare results across different studies. Our goal is to build the first automated instrument that can precisely count these important cells. This new technology could help doctors give more accurate doses, potentially leading to better outcomes for patients and more effective clinical trials.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients who receive or may receive stem cell transplantation therapies, including those for various cancers, are the ultimate beneficiaries of this research.
Not a fit: Patients not undergoing stem cell therapies would not directly benefit from this specific instrument development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this technology could lead to more precise and effective stem cell therapies, improving patient outcomes for conditions like cancer.
How similar studies have performed: The company previously validated its new kinetic stem cell counting method, showing it works as well as an existing, more limited method.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Asymmetrex, LLC — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sherley, James L — Asymmetrex, LLC
- Study coordinator: Sherley, James L
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.