Creating long synthetic DNA using advanced electronic devices
Official title: Long DNA Assembly on Electronic Nanochannel Chip Devices
Funded at Avery Digital Data, INC. · NIH-10921920 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to make long strands of synthetic DNA more easily and affordably, which could help improve treatments for conditions like cancer and enhance personalized medicine for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Avery Digital Data, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $295,923 |
| NIH project number | 1R43GM154597-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10921920 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients with conditions that could be treated with advanced genetic therapies, such as cancer or genetic disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have conditions that could be addressed by genetic engineering or synthetic biology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new method for producing long synthetic DNA molecules that can be used in various biomedical applications. By utilizing advanced electronic nanochannel chip devices, the project seeks to automate and reduce the cost of DNA assembly, making it more accessible for researchers. The approach focuses on creating complex DNA constructs that can deliver multiple genes into cells, potentially enhancing the effectiveness of therapies such as cancer treatments and mRNA vaccines. Patients may benefit from the advancements in drug production and personalized medicine that arise from this technology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for various diseases, including cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using advanced technologies for DNA assembly, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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Avery Digital Data, INC.
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Das, Somes Kumar — Avery Digital Data, INC.
- Study coordinator: Das, Somes Kumar
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.