Exploring how muscles contract and communicate

2025 Muscle: Excitation-Contraction Coupling Gordon Research Conference and Seminar

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · GORDON RESEARCH CONFERENCES · NIH-11167920

This study is all about a conference where scientists will come together to talk about how muscles work and what affects their health, especially focusing on new ideas that could help treat muscle-related conditions, and it's a great opportunity for both experienced and new researchers to share their knowledge in Barcelona, Spain.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorGORDON RESEARCH CONFERENCES (nih funded)
Locations1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11167920 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on a conference that brings together experts in muscle excitation-contraction coupling, which is the process that allows muscles to contract. Participants will discuss the latest findings in skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle function, including how calcium signaling and biophysical principles play a role in muscle health and disease. The conference aims to foster collaboration among researchers, particularly early-stage investigators, to share insights and develop new therapeutic approaches. It will take place in Barcelona, Spain, providing a platform for both established and emerging scientists to engage in meaningful discussions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with muscle disorders or those interested in advancements in muscle physiology.

Not a fit: Patients with no interest in muscle health or those not affected by muscle-related conditions may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and therapies for muscle-related diseases, improving patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous conferences in this field have successfully advanced understanding and treatment options for muscle diseases, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes.

Where this research is happening

East Greenwich, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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