Creating adjustable materials to improve wound healing
Design of tunable biopolymers to understand the dynamic wound microenvironment
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE · NIH-11022592
This study is looking at how inflammation impacts healing for people with chronic wounds, especially those with diabetes, and aims to create special materials that can help improve the healing process.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (HOUSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11022592 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how inflammation affects wound healing and aims to develop bioengineered polymers that can be adjusted to improve the healing process. By studying the chemical and mechanical properties of these materials, the researchers hope to find ways to modulate the inflammatory response in chronic wounds, which often fail to heal properly. The project addresses the significant challenge of chronic wounds, particularly in patients with diabetes and other risk factors, by exploring innovative solutions to enhance tissue repair and regeneration.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals suffering from chronic wounds, particularly those related to diabetes or vascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients with acute wounds or those not experiencing chronic inflammation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for chronic wounds, improving healing outcomes and quality of life for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using bioengineered materials to enhance wound healing, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
HOUSTON, UNITED STATES
- BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE — HOUSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SHIN, CRYSTAL S — BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: SHIN, CRYSTAL S
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.