Exploring how epigenetics affects aging and related diseases
Official title: Transcription, Chromatin, and Epigenetics in Aging
Funded at Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology · NIH-11074931 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about exploring how changes in our genes might affect aging and related diseases, with the goal of finding new ways to help people live healthier as they get older.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $25,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13AG087528-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074931 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals interested in the biological mechanisms of aging and those affected by age-related diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute, non-age-related conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the role of epigenetic mechanisms in aging and their connection to various diseases. It involves discussions and presentations from leading scientists about the latest discoveries in epigenetics, including how changes in chromatin and RNA influence cellular aging and metabolism. The meeting aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration to develop novel therapeutic strategies for age-related conditions. Patients may benefit from insights gained during this meeting that could lead to new treatments for aging-related diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic strategies for treating age-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the role of epigenetics in aging, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: David-Shternberg, Yael E — Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
- Study coordinator: David-Shternberg, Yael E
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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.