Advanced technologies for analyzing individual cells in biomedical research
Flow Cytometry & Single Cell Core Facility (FCSCCF)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY · NIH-10916363
This study is all about helping researchers understand cancer better by using special tools to look closely at individual cells, so they can learn more about how tumors grow and potentially find new ways to treat them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MORGANTOWN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10916363 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Flow Cytometry and Single Cell Core Facility (FCSCCF) at West Virginia University provides cutting-edge technologies and expertise for analyzing single cells in biomedical research. This facility offers services such as single cell barcoding and library generation, utilizing advanced instruments like the 10x Genomics Chromium Controller and various flow cytometers. Researchers can access comprehensive support from sample preparation to data analysis, enhancing their ability to investigate complex biological questions. This core facility aims to support projects focused on the tumor microenvironment and help researchers secure further NIH funding.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in biomedical research projects related to cancer and other diseases requiring detailed cellular analysis.
Not a fit: Patients not engaged in biomedical research or those with conditions unrelated to the focus of the facility may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding cellular behaviors and interactions in various diseases, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research facilities utilizing similar advanced flow cytometry techniques have shown success in enhancing our understanding of cellular dynamics, indicating that this approach is both effective and promising.
Where this research is happening
MORGANTOWN, UNITED STATES
- WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY — MORGANTOWN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BRUNDAGE, KATHLEEN M — WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BRUNDAGE, KATHLEEN M
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.