Developing personalized therapies for cystic fibrosis
Personalized Cystic Fibrosis Therapy and Research Center
This study is all about helping researchers come up with new and better treatments for kids with cystic fibrosis by personalizing their care, so they can get the most effective therapies just for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10923878 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on advancing personalized medicine for cystic fibrosis (CF) by supporting new and early-stage investigators in their innovative projects. The program aims to foster cutting-edge research that tailors treatments to individual patients with CF, enhancing the effectiveness of therapies. By providing seed funding, the initiative encourages researchers to explore novel approaches and develop translational programs that can directly benefit patients. The ultimate goal is to improve health outcomes for children with cystic fibrosis through personalized treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, particularly those under 11 years old.
Not a fit: Patients with cystic fibrosis who are older than 21 years may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, individualized treatments for cystic fibrosis patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in personalized medicine for cystic fibrosis has shown promising results, indicating potential for significant advancements in treatment.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Amin, Raouf S. — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Amin, Raouf S.
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.