Establishing a center for gene editing in livestock
UC Davis IGA Innovation Center
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS · NIH-11162200
This study is all about setting up a special center at UC Davis to improve gene editing in farm animals like cows, pigs, sheep, and goats, so we can better understand how these changes affect them and share that knowledge with everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DAVIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11162200 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to create the UC Davis Intentional Genomic Alteration (IGA) Innovation Center, which will focus on advancing gene editing technologies in major livestock species such as cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats. The center will generate and share valuable data on the phenotypic and bioinformatic aspects of gene-edited animals, ensuring a science-based approach to their regulation. By developing a standardized workflow to assess the effects of gene editing, the research will enhance our understanding of both intended and unintended genetic alterations in these animals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include livestock producers and agricultural stakeholders interested in the advancements of genetic technologies in food animals.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agriculture or do not have an interest in livestock production may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more efficient gene editing practices in livestock, potentially improving food production and animal health.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in gene editing technologies in livestock, indicating a promising avenue for further advancements in this field.
Where this research is happening
DAVIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS — DAVIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MAGA, ELIZABETH A — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS
- Study coordinator: MAGA, ELIZABETH A
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.