A resource for genomic data on echinoderms
Official title: Enhanced Echinobase: A Community Genomics Research Resource For The Future
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11250205 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make it easier for scientists to find and use genetic information about starfish and sea urchins, helping them learn more about how these creatures develop and how their genes might relate to certain health conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $510,781 |
| NIH project number | 7P41HD095831-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11250205 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals interested in genetic studies related to developmental biology and congenital conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in genetic research or those with conditions unrelated to developmental biology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing Echinobase, a web-accessible repository for genomic data related to echinoderms, which include starfish and sea urchins. The project aims to improve database functionality and user experience, allowing researchers to easily search, view, and download diverse genomic data. By providing tools for curation and analysis of gene expression data, this resource will support studies on how genomes control development and contribute to understanding congenital diseases. The work will ultimately empower biologists to conduct more effective research on these unique marine organisms.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly advance our understanding of developmental processes and congenital diseases through improved genomic resources.
How similar studies have gone: Similar genomic resource projects have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and understanding of genetic conditions, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hinman, Veronica Frances — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Hinman, Veronica Frances
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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.