Creating a tissue bank using non-human primates.
Official title: DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A NON-HUMAN PRIMATE TISSUE BANK
Funded at University of Wisconsin-Madison · NIH-11217662 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating a special bank that collects and keeps samples from monkeys to help scientists learn more about aging and how we develop, which could eventually lead to better treatments for age-related health issues that might help people like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | September 29, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $140,955 |
| NIH project number | 75N95023C00037-P00001-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11217662 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would be individuals interested in advancements related to aging and developmental biology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to aging or developmental processes may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and maintaining a tissue bank that collects and preserves samples from non-human primates. The goal is to facilitate studies related to aging and developmental processes by providing high-quality biological materials. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in understanding age-related conditions and potential treatments derived from this research. The methodology involves careful collection, preservation, and cataloging of tissue samples to ensure their viability for future research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of aging and lead to improved treatments for age-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using tissue banks for studying aging and developmental processes, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Simmons, Heather — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Simmons, Heather
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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.