Developing advanced imaging techniques for kidney research
Official title: Resource Development Core
Funded at Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-10915011 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using new technology to better understand how kidneys work and what happens when they get sick, by looking at mouse kidneys in 3D, and it aims to share these exciting findings with other scientists to help everyone learn more about kidney health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $210,708 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DK137328-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10915011 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with kidney diseases or conditions affecting renal function.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-renal related health issues may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative technologies to enhance the understanding of kidney function and diseases through advanced microscopy. By utilizing methods like tissue clearing, researchers aim to visualize the entire structure of mouse kidneys in three dimensions, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of kidney cells and their interactions. The project will tackle existing technical challenges by developing a unique imaging system and automated image analysis methods, which will be shared with the scientific community through workshops and publications.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for kidney diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using advanced imaging techniques for studying various diseases, indicating a promising potential for this approach in kidney research.
Where this research is happening
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Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dunn, Kenneth W — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Dunn, Kenneth W
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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.