A team that manages a specialized facility for biophysical research.
The Biophysics Collaborative Access Team (Admin - Core)
['FUNDING_P30'] · ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY · NIH-11009530
This study is all about using special tools to help scientists look closely at tiny biological materials, which could lead to better understanding of diseases and new treatments that might help patients like you in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P30'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11009530 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Biophysics Collaborative Access Team (BioCAT) operates a synchrotron beamline that provides researchers with advanced tools to study biological materials at a molecular level. This facility allows scientists to conduct experiments that require high-resolution imaging and analysis of biological samples. The team ensures efficient scheduling and access to the beamline, while also maintaining safety protocols and providing administrative support for research activities. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in biophysical sciences that could lead to improved understanding of diseases and development of new therapies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions that could be better understood through biophysical analysis, such as cancer or genetic disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to biophysical sciences or those not requiring advanced imaging techniques may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding biological processes and diseases, ultimately improving patient care and treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Other research utilizing synchrotron facilities has shown significant success in advancing our understanding of biological systems, indicating that this approach is well-established and promising.
Where this research is happening
CHICAGO, UNITED STATES
- ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: IRVING, THOMAS C — ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- Study coordinator: IRVING, THOMAS C
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.