Building research infrastructure for aging and regeneration studies
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Mount Desert Island Biological Lab · NIH-10933847 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new scientists at the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory explore ways to understand aging and healing better, which could eventually lead to new treatments for age-related health issues that might benefit patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mount Desert Island Biological Lab NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salsbury Cove, United States) |
| Project start | July 5, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $507,059 |
| NIH project number | 1P30GM154610-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933847 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals interested in aging and regenerative health, particularly those affected by age-related conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute, non-aging related health issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the research capabilities at the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory by establishing core facilities and funding pilot programs specifically in the areas of aging and regeneration. It supports early-career researchers, helping them to achieve independence in their research endeavors. The Administrative Core plays a crucial role in managing the program, overseeing budgets, and ensuring the success of the research initiatives. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in biomedical research that could lead to new treatments and understanding of aging-related conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in understanding and treating age-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown success in enhancing biomedical research infrastructure and advancing knowledge in aging and regeneration.
Where this research is happening
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Mount Desert Island Biological Lab
Salsbury Cove, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Drummond, Iain a. — Mount Desert Island Biological Lab
- Study coordinator: Drummond, Iain a.
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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.