Creating infrastructure for discovering and developing new disease treatments
Administrative Core
This study is all about finding new ways to treat diseases by creating small medicines that can target specific problems in the body, and it’s also designed to help new researchers learn and come up with fresh ideas in this important area.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Omaha, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10891525 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on establishing a robust infrastructure to identify disease targets and develop small molecules that can effectively manipulate these targets. It involves analyzing preclinical models to evaluate the effectiveness of these small molecules in treating diseases. The initiative also emphasizes training and mentoring new investigators to foster innovative approaches in disease treatment. By promoting collaboration and providing resources, the project aims to enhance the overall effectiveness of disease research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals with diseases that have identifiable molecular targets.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not have known molecular targets or those who are not involved in the research process may not receive direct benefits.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new and more effective treatments for various diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on molecular target discovery have shown promise in developing new treatments, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Omaha, United States
- University of Nebraska Medical Center — Omaha, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lewis, Robert E. — University of Nebraska Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Lewis, Robert E.
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.