Creating new technology to study how cells are organized
Development of New Proteomics Technology and its Application to Study Cellular Organization
This study is exploring new ways to look at how proteins work together in our cells, which could help us better understand diseases and improve treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Princeton University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Princeton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10878823 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced proteomics technology to gain a comprehensive understanding of cellular organization. By analyzing thousands of proteins simultaneously, the researchers aim to uncover how these proteins interact and contribute to the complex behavior of living cells. This approach moves beyond traditional methods that examine proteins individually, allowing for a more holistic view of cellular systems. Patients may benefit from insights gained through this research, which could lead to improved understanding of various diseases and disorders at the cellular level.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with conditions related to cellular dysfunction or diseases that involve protein misfolding.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to cellular organization or protein interactions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding diseases by revealing how cellular organization affects health.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with multiplexed proteomics approaches, indicating potential for significant advancements in understanding cellular biology.
Where this research is happening
Princeton, UNITED STATES
- Princeton University — Princeton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wühr, Martin — Princeton University
- Study coordinator: Wühr, Martin
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.