Acquisition of a new cryogenic electron microscope to enhance biomedical research
Acquisition of 200 kV Glacios Cryo-TEM at the University of Iowa
This study is all about getting a super advanced microscope to help scientists at the University of Iowa better understand important biological processes, like cancer and DNA repair, so they can do their research more quickly and effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11101773 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on acquiring a state-of-the-art cryogenic electron microscope (cryo-EM) to support various biomedical research projects at the University of Iowa. The microscope will be centrally located and accessible to all research groups, facilitating the study of macromolecular structures and improving the quality of data collection. By integrating this advanced technology into existing facilities, researchers will be able to optimize samples more efficiently and accelerate their research timelines. This initiative aims to enhance the capabilities of local scientists in understanding complex biological processes, particularly in areas like cancer and DNA repair.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by cancers and other diseases that involve complex biological signaling pathways.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to the biological processes being studied may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of researchers to study and understand diseases at a molecular level, leading to improved treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing cryo-EM technology have shown significant success in advancing our understanding of molecular structures and biological processes.
Where this research is happening
Iowa City, United States
- University of Iowa — Iowa City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schnicker, Nicholas Jay — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Schnicker, Nicholas Jay
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.