Analyzing the nutritional benefits of natural products for healthy aging

High-content study to analyze the nutritional value of natural products for healthy aging

NIH-funded research Vivoverse, LLC · NIH-11069867

This study is looking at how natural products can help keep muscles healthy and support aging well, especially for older adults, using new methods to find safe and effective options.

Quick facts

Grant typeSbir 1 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionVivoverse, LLC NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Austin, United States)
Project IDNIH-11069867 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how natural products can support muscle health and promote healthy aging, particularly in older adults. It employs innovative methodologies such as in silico analysis and alternative model organisms like C. elegans to evaluate the safety and efficacy of these products. By using these advanced techniques, the research aims to overcome the limitations of traditional testing methods, which are often time-consuming and costly. The goal is to identify natural solutions that can help maintain neuromuscular health and reduce the risk of age-related decline.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are interested in maintaining their muscle health as they age.

Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in natural products or those with severe muscle health issues requiring immediate medical intervention may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into natural products that enhance muscle health and improve quality of life for older adults.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using alternative model organisms for studying aging and muscle health, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Austin, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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