Conference on Cilia, Mucus, and Their Role in Respiratory Health
Official title: 2025 Cilia, Mucus and Mucociliary Interactions Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11074818 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference is all about bringing together experts to talk about how tiny hair-like structures and mucus help keep our lungs clear of germs, and they’ll share new ideas and discoveries that could help people with breathing problems like asthma and cystic fibrosis.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Gordon Research Conferences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $25,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HL178268-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074818 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, or primary ciliary dyskinesia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without respiratory issues or those not affected by mucociliary dysfunction may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This conference brings together scientists, bioengineers, and clinicians to discuss the biology of cilia and mucus, which are crucial for clearing pathogens from the respiratory tract. Participants will explore how dysfunction in these systems can lead to respiratory diseases like asthma and cystic fibrosis. The event will also highlight the latest advancements in research and technology related to mucociliary interactions. It aims to foster collaboration and support for young and diverse researchers in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of respiratory diseases linked to mucociliary dysfunction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in this area have successfully advanced knowledge and treatment approaches for respiratory diseases, indicating a strong foundation for this meeting.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ribbeck, Katharina — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Ribbeck, Katharina
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.