Analyzing immune memory cells in the body
Core D: Bmem Analysis Core
This study is looking at special immune cells that help your body remember past infections, and it hopes to find ways to make better vaccines and treatments for different diseases that could help you stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11290937 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the analysis of B memory cells, which are crucial for the immune system's ability to remember past infections and respond effectively. By examining these cells, the research aims to understand how they function and contribute to long-term immunity. Patients may benefit from insights gained that could lead to improved vaccines and therapies for various diseases. The methodology involves advanced laboratory techniques to assess the characteristics and behavior of these immune cells.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with a history of infections or those interested in vaccine responses.
Not a fit: Patients with no history of infections or those not interested in immune response research may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance vaccine development and improve immune responses in patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding immune memory cells, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuraoka, Masayuki — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Kuraoka, Masayuki
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.