Acquisition of advanced NMR spectrometer equipment for structural biology research
Official title: Acquisition of an 800 MHz NMR Spectrometer Console and Probes
Funded at New York Structural Biology Center · NIH-10632877 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting a super advanced NMR machine to help scientists better understand the structures of important biological molecules, which could lead to new medicines and insights into diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York Structural Biology Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | September 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $1,995,725 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD034275-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10632877 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions that are being studied at the molecular level, particularly those related to structural biology and drug discovery.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to the structural biology research or those not involved in the specific studies utilizing the NMR spectrometer may not receive direct benefits.
What this research studies
This research aims to acquire a state-of-the-art 800 MHz NMR spectrometer and associated components to enhance the capabilities of structural biology studies. The new equipment will allow researchers to conduct advanced experiments with improved sensitivity and precision, which are crucial for understanding biomolecular structures and functions. By utilizing techniques such as magic-angle spinning and cryogenic probing, the research will facilitate the discovery of new pharmaceutical compounds and elucidate mechanisms of disease. This initiative supports a consortium of research institutions in New York, aiming to advance biomedical research and drug development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding diseases and the development of new pharmaceutical agents.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing advanced NMR spectroscopy has shown significant success in elucidating biomolecular structures and developing new therapeutic agents.
Where this research is happening
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New York Structural Biology Center
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palmer, Arthur G — New York Structural Biology Center
- Study coordinator: Palmer, Arthur G
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.