Creating precise animal models for human diseases
Preclinical/Co-Clinical Section
This study is all about creating special mouse models to help us understand human diseases better and find new treatments, working together with hospitals to make sure our findings can really help patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Jackson Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bar Harbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10904721 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and utilizing various mouse strains to model human diseases, which can help in understanding disease mechanisms and testing potential treatments. The Jackson Laboratory collaborates with hospitals and clinical partners to ensure that these models are relevant and can be translated into clinical practice. By integrating resources and expertise, the project aims to enhance the creation of preclinical models that can lead to better patient outcomes. The approach involves a collaborative network that leverages existing knowledge and resources to optimize disease modeling.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with diseases that can be modeled in mice, particularly those involved in genetic and mammalian biology.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not have relevant animal models or those not involved in genetic studies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for human diseases by improving the accuracy of preclinical models.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using animal models to advance understanding and treatment of human diseases, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
Bar Harbor, United States
- Jackson Laboratory — Bar Harbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lutz, Cathleen M — Jackson Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Lutz, Cathleen M
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.