Acquiring a flow cytometer to enhance research and education at St. Mary's University
Official title: Research Flow Cytometer for Research and Education Capacity Building at St. Mary's University
Funded at St. Mary's University · NIH-10880015 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about getting a special machine called a flow cytometer for St. Mary's University, which will help students and researchers learn more about cells and how they work, especially in areas like immunology and cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | St. Mary's University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $208,915 |
| NIH project number | 1S10GM154260-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10880015 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include students and faculty involved in biological sciences, particularly those focusing on immunology, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in educational programs or research at St. Mary's University may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This project aims to obtain a Beckman Coulter CytoFlex flow cytometer to support scientific research and educational initiatives at St. Mary's University. The flow cytometer will enable researchers and students to analyze cells and particles, providing insights into various biological processes such as cell counting, size assessment, and protein expression. By facilitating hands-on experience with advanced laboratory equipment, this initiative will enhance the educational experience for students in biology and biochemistry courses, as well as support faculty research in areas like immunology and cancer. The instrument will be accessible to a diverse group of users, fostering collaboration and innovation in biomedical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the educational and research capabilities at St. Mary's University, leading to improved understanding and treatment of various diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives at other institutions have successfully enhanced research and educational outcomes through the acquisition of advanced laboratory equipment.
Where this research is happening
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St. Mary's University
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Contreras-Shannon, Veronica E — St. Mary's University
- Study coordinator: Contreras-Shannon, Veronica E
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.