A new way to measure how well your platelets work
Engineering a lab-on-a-particle platform to measure platelet function
This project is creating a new, more accurate test to understand how platelets function in people with bleeding disorders.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11178638 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Current tests for platelet function can be slow, inconsistent, and don't always capture the full picture of how platelets behave. This makes it hard to accurately diagnose certain bleeding disorders, especially those that are inherited or linked to inflammation. Researchers are designing tiny hydrogel particles that can help measure how platelets stick together, activate, and contract. This new method aims to provide a clearer and more reliable understanding of platelet activity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is most relevant for patients who experience unexplained bleeding or have a suspected or diagnosed bleeding disorder.
Not a fit: Individuals without concerns about bleeding or platelet function would not directly benefit from this specific diagnostic development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this new technology could lead to more precise and faster diagnoses for a wide range of bleeding disorders, helping patients get the right treatment sooner.
How similar studies have performed: This project proposes a novel bioengineering approach that challenges existing methods for platelet function testing, aiming to revolutionize current diagnostics.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Neeves, Keith B — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Neeves, Keith B
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.