Developing new technologies to analyze cell behavior and identity
Official title: Center for Integrated Cellular Analysis - Sophie Gustin
Funded at New York Genome Center · NIH-11079000 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using new technology to learn how cells work and interact with their surroundings, which could help us find better treatments for diseases by understanding what's happening at the cellular level.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York Genome Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | June 10, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $18,323 |
| NIH project number | 3RM1HG011014-05S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11079000 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with genetic disorders or diseases that involve complex cellular behaviors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that do not involve cellular or molecular factors may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating advanced technologies to better understand how cells behave and interact with their environment. By developing methods that can measure multiple molecular factors at once, the project aims to uncover the complex relationships that define cellular identity. Patients may benefit from insights gained about diseases and disorders at the cellular level, which could lead to more targeted and effective treatments. The research will involve innovative assays and data integration techniques to analyze millions of cells simultaneously.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding diseases at a cellular level, potentially improving treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using advanced cellular analysis techniques, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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New York Genome Center
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Satija, Rahul — New York Genome Center
- Study coordinator: Satija, Rahul
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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.