Exploring how minerals form in biological systems
Official title: 2024 Biomineralization Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-10997935 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference is bringing together scientists to talk about how living things make minerals, like the ones in our teeth and bones, and it's a great chance for new researchers to connect with experienced experts to share ideas and learn from each other.
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 | July 18, 2024 |
| Project end | July 17, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $13,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DE034291-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10997935 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions affecting biomineralization, such as amelogenesis imperfecta or aortic stenosis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated health issues or those not affected by mineralization disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This conference aims to gather scientists from various fields to discuss and share knowledge about the processes of biomineralization, which is how organisms create minerals like teeth and bones. Participants will explore universal principles and mechanisms of mineral formation, utilizing advanced model systems and analytical technologies. The event will also encourage collaboration between early career researchers and established experts, fostering an environment for innovative ideas and translational research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of conditions related to mineral formation in the body.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in biomineralization have shown promise in advancing our understanding of these processes, indicating a strong foundation for this conference's objectives.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Estroff, Lara a — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Estroff, Lara a
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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.