Creating a baboon model to study uterine fibroids
Official title: Developing a baboon model for uterine fibroids
Funded at Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences · NIH-10887922 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working with baboons to learn more about uterine fibroids, which are non-cancerous growths that many women experience, so that we can find better ways to treat them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $235,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD112649-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10887922 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women experiencing symptoms related to uterine fibroids, particularly those who may require surgical intervention.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have uterine fibroids or are not experiencing related symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a reliable baboon model to better understand uterine fibroids, which are common benign tumors affecting many women. By using baboons, researchers hope to gain insights into the biological mechanisms behind fibroid development, which are currently poorly understood. The study will involve two phases to establish this model, allowing for more effective investigation of fibroids compared to existing animal models. This could lead to improved treatment options for women suffering from fibroids.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for women with uterine fibroids.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been various animal models for studying fibroids, the use of a baboon model is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
East Lansing, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Teixeira, Jose M. — Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Teixeira, Jose M.
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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.