Developing new tools and methods for kidney disease research

Northwestern University O'Brien Kidney National Resource Center

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO · NIH-10914907

This study is all about finding better ways to understand and treat kidney diseases, so we can help people who are dealing with these health issues.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorNORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded)
Locations1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10914907 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on advancing our understanding of kidney diseases, which affect millions of Americans and lead to serious health risks. By leveraging innovations from the physical sciences, the project aims to create new technologies and platforms that can better analyze kidney structure and function. The goal is to identify new therapeutic targets and improve treatment options for kidney disease patients. This initiative will involve collaboration across various scientific disciplines to enhance kidney research and therapeutic development.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with kidney diseases or those at high risk for developing such conditions.

Not a fit: Patients with non-kidney-related health issues or those who do not have any risk factors for kidney disease may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and improved outcomes for patients with kidney diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in utilizing physical sciences to advance medical research, indicating a promising potential for this novel approach.

Where this research is happening

CHICAGO, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.