Exploring how cells transport materials and organize their internal structures at a nanoscale level.
Official title: Intracellular transport and organelle biology at the nanoscale: A multidimensional super-resolution approach
Funded at University of California Berkeley · NIH-10929300 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new ways to take super-clear pictures of tiny parts inside our cells to better understand how they work, which could help find better treatments for diseases caused by cell problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $441,375 |
| NIH project number | 5R35GM149349-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929300 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with conditions related to cellular dysfunction, such as certain genetic disorders or diseases affecting cell biology.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to cellular transport or organelle biology may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced microscopy techniques to visualize and understand the intricate processes of intracellular transport and organelle biology. By achieving high-resolution imaging, the study aims to map out various cellular functions, such as chemical interactions and protein activity, at a nanometer scale. Patients may benefit from insights gained about cellular mechanisms that could lead to improved treatments for diseases related to cellular dysfunction.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of cellular processes, potentially leading to breakthroughs in treating diseases linked to cellular transport and organelle function.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using advanced microscopy techniques to study cellular processes, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant discoveries.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Berkeley
Berkeley, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Xu, Ke — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: Xu, Ke
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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.