A system to manage small molecule drug discovery efficiently
Official title: An Automated Compound Management System for Small Molecule Drug Discovery
Funded at Southern Research Institute · NIH-10631783 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new automated system that helps manage small drug compounds more efficiently, making it easier for researchers to find and track samples during the process of discovering new medicines.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Southern Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,038,536 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD034237-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10631783 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in drug discovery and development, particularly those at institutions utilizing the automated system.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in drug discovery or those outside the participating institutions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing an automated system to streamline the management of small molecule compounds used in drug discovery. The Hamilton Verso M3 will serve as a centralized repository for samples, enhancing the efficiency of high-throughput screening and chemical biology projects. By automating sample retrieval and monitoring, the system aims to improve the integrity and tracking of samples throughout the drug discovery process. This initiative will support various stages of drug development, from initial screening to lead optimization.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the efficiency and accuracy of drug discovery processes, leading to faster development of new therapies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success with similar automated systems in drug discovery, indicating a promising approach to improving efficiency in this field.
Where this research is happening
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Southern Research Institute
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vinson, Paige N. — Southern Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Vinson, Paige N.
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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.