NIH-funded research Sbir 2 grant

Exploring how antibody sequences work at the single-cell level using new technology

Official title: Linking antibody sequences to function at the single-cell level using nanovial technology

Funded at Partillion Bioscience Corporation · NIH-10928715 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new technology that helps scientists look closely at how individual antibodies work, which could lead to quicker and better treatments for diseases like autoimmune disorders and cancer, ultimately helping patients get the right therapies faster.

Quick facts

Grant typeSbir 2 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionPartillion Bioscience Corporation
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Los Angeles, United States)
Project startSeptember 16, 2021
Project endAugust 31, 2025
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$731,568
NIH project number5R44GM144000-03
Project IDNIH-10928715 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with autoimmune diseases or cancers who may benefit from novel antibody treatments.

Less likely to help

Patients who do not have conditions that can be treated with monoclonal antibodies may not receive any benefit from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on developing a novel technology called nanovials that allows scientists to analyze the function of antibodies at the single-cell level. By using this advanced method, researchers can sort and study individual antibody-secreting cells based on how well their antibodies bind to specific targets. This approach aims to improve the efficiency of antibody discovery, making it easier for labs to identify effective treatments for various diseases, including autoimmune disorders and cancers. Patients may benefit from faster development of new antibody therapies that are tailored to their specific conditions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective and personalized antibody therapies for patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success with similar high-throughput antibody discovery technologies, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.

Where this research is happening

  • Partillion Bioscience Corporation
    Los Angeles, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: De Rutte, Joseph — Partillion Bioscience Corporation
  • Study coordinator: De Rutte, Joseph

Related research

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  • Accelerating antibody discovery using memory B cells

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  • Multiplexed antibody discovery using single-cell Nanovials

    A patient-friendly look at a new method to speed up creating monoclonal antibodies by analyzing individual antibody-secreting cells more efficiently.

    NIH research Partillion Bioscience Corporation · Los Angeles, United States · NIH-11185485

  • Improving the discovery of effective antibody therapies

    This study is working on a faster and easier way to find important proteins called monoclonal antibodies, which help create better treatments for patients, so you can get more effective therapies more quickly and at a lower cost.

    NIH research Partillion Bioscience Corporation · Los Angeles, United States · NIH-11185382

  • Using hydrogel microparticles to improve CAR-T cell therapies for cancer treatment

    This study is working on improving CAR-T cell therapies for cancer by using special technology to find the best CAR-T cells that can fight tumors, which could lead to better treatments for patients.

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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.
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