A resource for studying Dictyostelium and related species in biomedical research.
Dictyostelium Community Resource
This study is all about helping scientists who are looking into a tiny organism called Dictyostelium, which can teach us important things about how cells move and react to medicines, helping us understand human diseases better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912539 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Dictyostelium Community Resource (DCR) provides a comprehensive platform for researchers investigating Dictyostelium and similar organisms. It combines a model organism database and a strain collection to facilitate access to curated information and research materials. This resource supports studies on various cellular processes, including cell movement and response to drugs, which are crucial for understanding human diseases. By offering an intuitive online interface, the DCR allows researchers to efficiently search and utilize genomic data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by diseases related to cellular processes, such as cancer or immune disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to cellular signaling or motility may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of cellular processes relevant to human diseases, potentially leading to new therapeutic strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research utilizing Dictyostelium as a model organism has shown success in elucidating fundamental biological processes, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chisholm, Rex L — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Chisholm, Rex 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.