Automated system for growing cells in the lab
Official title: Automated Cell Culture System
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-11102996 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new automated system to help scientists grow and test cells more easily, which could lead to better treatments for diseases like cancer, while also teaching future researchers how to use these advanced methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | May 14, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,869,146 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD038259-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11102996 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with various types of cancers who may be eligible for new drug therapies developed through this innovative approach.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by cancer or do not require new drug therapies may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing an automated cell culture system to enhance the efficiency of growing and screening cells for biomedical research. By utilizing advanced technology, the system aims to support high throughput screening of potential drug candidates, which could lead to new treatments for various diseases, including cancers. Researchers at UCLA will use this system to create and manage genetically engineered cell lines and organoids, facilitating innovative approaches in drug discovery and development. The project also emphasizes training the next generation of scientists in these cutting-edge techniques.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly accelerate the discovery of new cancer treatments and improve the efficiency of drug development.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives utilizing automated cell culture systems have shown promise in enhancing drug discovery processes, indicating that this approach has the potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Damoiseaux, Robert — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Damoiseaux, Robert
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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.