Exploring how genes and their functions can be analyzed using advanced technology.
Official title: Functional Genomics and Bioinformatics Core
Funded at Sanford Research/usd · NIH-10936161 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring how our genes work and how they affect health, especially in cancer, using the latest technology to help find better treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sanford Research/usd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sioux Falls, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $493,373 |
| NIH project number | 1P30GM154633-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10936161 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with genetic disorders or cancers that could be better understood through advanced genomic analysis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to genetic factors or those not requiring genomic analysis may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing advanced molecular biology and genomics services to better understand gene functions and their roles in various biological processes. It utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, including ATAC sequencing and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, to analyze genetic material and cellular functions. Patients may benefit from insights gained through these analyses, which could lead to improved understanding and treatment of diseases, particularly cancers. The research also includes bioinformatics services to interpret complex genomic data.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding genetic contributions to diseases, potentially improving treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing similar genomic and bioinformatics approaches has shown promising results in understanding complex diseases and developing targeted therapies.
Where this research is happening
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Sanford Research/usd
Sioux Falls, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Surendran, Kameswaran — Sanford Research/usd
- Study coordinator: Surendran, Kameswaran
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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.