Exploring how cells move and interact in the body
Official title: 2025 Directed Cell Migration Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11072524 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about how cells move and respond to their surroundings, which is important for things like healing and fighting cancer, and it’s for scientists and researchers who want to share ideas and learn from each other at a big conference in 2025.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Gordon Research Conferences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | December 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $12,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HD117639-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11072524 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by cancer or conditions related to cell migration and tissue development.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with stable, non-progressive conditions unrelated to cell migration may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on directed cell migration, which is crucial for tissue development, renewal, and immune responses, as well as in cancer progression. The project involves organizing the 2025 Gordon Research Conference and Seminar, where scientists from various fields will gather to share their latest findings and collaborate on new ideas. Attendees will include experts in cell biology, immunology, bioengineering, and more, providing a platform for networking and professional development for students and early-career researchers. The conference will cover topics such as how cells respond to chemical and physical signals to navigate their environment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advancements in understanding cell behavior, which may improve treatments for cancer and other diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in directed cell migration have led to significant advancements in understanding cellular processes, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Horne-Badovinac, Sally — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Horne-Badovinac, Sally
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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.