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 type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-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
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO — CHICAGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: QUAGGIN, SUSAN E. — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: QUAGGIN, SUSAN E.
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.