Developing new tools for sensing biological processes
Official title: Watson Phase I COBRE Research Core
Funded at University of Delaware · NIH-11018375 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new tools to better detect and understand the biological processes behind different health conditions, with the goal of helping patients get better diagnoses and treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | June 1, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $495,544 |
| NIH project number | 1P20GM156674-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11018375 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by diseases that could be better understood or treated through advanced biomolecular sensing technologies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to biochemical or biological processes may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating advanced mechanisms and tools for sensing biochemical and biological processes that affect various human diseases. By bringing together experts from multiple scientific fields, the project aims to develop innovative biomolecular sensing platforms that can operate at different scales, from molecules to cells to entire organisms. The research core will also enhance computational resources to support these efforts, ensuring a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing health issues. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies resulting from these advancements.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective diagnostic tools and treatments for a variety of diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research in biomolecular sensing has shown promise in improving disease diagnostics and treatment, indicating a strong potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of Delaware
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Watson, Mary P — University of Delaware
- Study coordinator: Watson, Mary P
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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.