Advanced microscope for high-resolution imaging of cells and tissues
Official title: Super Resolution 3D-STED Microscope for a Core Facility
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-10854225 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is about getting a super-powerful microscope that will help scientists at the University of Texas and MD Anderson see tiny details in cells and tissues, which could lead to better ways to understand and treat diseases that affect patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,197,188 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD036331-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10854225 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions that require detailed cellular analysis, such as cancer or other complex diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not involve cellular or tissue-level analysis may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to acquire a state-of-the-art super-resolution microscope that will enhance the imaging capabilities of scientists at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center and MD Anderson Cancer Center. The microscope will allow researchers to visualize cellular and tissue structures at an unprecedented resolution, enabling detailed studies of complex biological processes. By utilizing advanced imaging techniques, this project will support a wide range of biomedical research, particularly in understanding diseases at the molecular level. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research outcomes that could lead to better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding and treating various diseases by providing deeper insights into cellular mechanisms.
How similar studies have gone: Other research utilizing advanced imaging technologies has shown significant success in enhancing our understanding of cellular processes, indicating a strong potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moore, Travis I — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Moore, Travis I
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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.