Creating detailed maps of brain cells for better understanding of brain function and disorders

REQUEST TO ISSUE TASK ORDER 1 - TASK AREA 1: MANUAL OF OPERATIONS - FOR THE BRAIN INITIATIVE CELL ATLAS NETWORK (BICAN) SEQUENCING CORE CONTRACTS RFP 75N95022R00031 WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · NIH-10931180

This study is creating detailed maps of brain cells to help scientists learn more about how the brain works and how different conditions can change its function, making it a helpful resource for anyone interested in brain health and diseases.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (nih funded)
Locations1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10931180 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research aims to develop comprehensive brain cell atlases that will serve as a foundational resource for studying the human brain in both health and disease. By utilizing advanced molecular profiling techniques, the project will generate high-resolution molecular signatures that capture the diversity of brain cell types and their functions across different brain regions. This information will be invaluable for researchers looking to understand how the brain processes information and how various disorders may affect these processes.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with neurological disorders or those interested in brain health.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to brain function or structure may not receive direct benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of brain disorders by providing critical insights into brain cell function and diversity.

How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on brain mapping and cell atlases have shown promise in advancing our understanding of brain function and disorders.

Where this research is happening

SEATTLE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Disease, Disorder

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