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Building a new facility to enhance biomedical research at Ohio University

Official title: New Vivarium to Expand Biomedical Research Capacity at Ohio University

Funded at Ohio University Athens · NIH-11016208 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is about building a new research center at Ohio University to help scientists work together on important health issues like diabetes, joint health, and aging, which could lead to better treatments and care for patients like you.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionOhio University Athens
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Athens, United States)
Project startSeptember 15, 2024
Project endMay 31, 2029
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$8,000,000
NIH project number1C06OD037793-01
Project IDNIH-11016208 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals affected by diabetes, musculoskeletal issues, or age-related health challenges.

Less likely to help

Patients with conditions unrelated to the focus areas of diabetes, musculoskeletal health, or aging may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This project aims to establish a new biomedical research facility at Ohio University to support and expand research efforts in areas such as diabetes, musculoskeletal health, and aging. The facility will consolidate fragmented research activities, fostering collaboration among scientists and improving the infrastructure for conducting clinical and population health research. By modernizing the research environment, the project seeks to enhance the university's capacity to address significant health challenges faced by communities. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research outcomes and advancements in treatment options.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of conditions like diabetes and musculoskeletal disorders.

How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully improved biomedical research facilities, leading to enhanced patient outcomes and breakthroughs in treatment.

Where this research is happening

  • Ohio University Athens
    Athens, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Berryman, Darlene E — Ohio University Athens
  • Study coordinator: Berryman, Darlene E

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.
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