Building a new space for advanced microscopy equipment.
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This study is about setting up a special room with a new microscope that works at super cold temperatures to help scientists learn more about biological samples, which could eventually lead to better treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10941366 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on repurposing an existing freezer facility to create a specialized area for a new cryo microscope. The construction will involve building walls to form an L-shaped freezer room and a separate space dedicated to the microscope. This advanced equipment will enhance the ability to study biological samples at very low temperatures, which is crucial for preserving their structure and function. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research capabilities that could lead to better understanding and treatment of various conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are those with conditions that require advanced biological analysis and imaging.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to the biological research enabled by the new microscopy facility may not receive direct benefits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality of biological research, leading to improved diagnostic and treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach is focused on facility enhancement, similar advancements in microscopy have historically led to significant breakthroughs in biological research.
Where this research is happening
Frederick, United States
- Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. — Frederick, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pendleton, Richard — Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Pendleton, Richard
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.