Analyzing marmoset models to understand Alzheimer's disease
Bioinformatics and Data Integration Core
This study is looking at marmoset monkeys to learn more about Alzheimer's disease, and it aims to gather and share important genetic information that could help improve our understanding and treatment of the condition for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899734 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the systematic analysis of marmoset models of Alzheimer's disease, aiming to generate and manage extensive genomic and molecular data. By utilizing advanced bioinformatics techniques, the project will characterize the genomes, proteomes, and transcriptomes of marmosets, which are valuable for understanding Alzheimer's disease. The research will also involve creating a centralized data-sharing platform to facilitate access to this data for further studies. Patients may benefit from insights gained through this research that could lead to improved understanding and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease or those at risk due to genetic factors.
Not a fit: Patients with non-Alzheimer's forms of dementia or unrelated cognitive disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of Alzheimer's disease and lead to better therapeutic strategies for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing similar bioinformatics approaches have shown promise in advancing our understanding of Alzheimer's disease.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carter, Gregory W — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Carter, Gregory W
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.