Creating a detailed map of kidney cells and their functions
Kidney single cell and spatial molecular atlas project - KIDSSMAP
This study is creating a detailed map of the adult human kidney by looking closely at its cells and how they work together, and it's for people who want to help us understand kidney health and diseases better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11144649 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a comprehensive atlas of the adult human kidney by collecting and analyzing single cell and spatial data across various scales. It will utilize advanced technologies to gather information from different regions of the kidney, focusing on functional tissue units. Patients will be enrolled from diverse backgrounds to ensure a wide representation, and their samples will be processed with high-quality protocols to maintain integrity for analysis. The resulting atlas will provide valuable insights into kidney biology and disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include adults with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with kidney-related conditions or those undergoing kidney biopsies.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 21 years old or those without any kidney issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding of kidney function and disease, potentially informing better treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has successfully utilized similar multimodal approaches to create cellular atlases, indicating a promising potential for this project.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jain, Sanjay — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Jain, Sanjay
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.