Exploring how the 3D structure of the genome affects cell function and disease.
Official title: 2025 Genome Architecture in Cell Fate and Disease Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11165142 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about exploring how the 3D structure of our genes affects how they work, especially in diseases like cancer and blood disorders, and it brings together scientists from around the world to share ideas and inspire new research.
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 | June 6, 2025 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $28,640 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HG014409-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11165142 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by cancers, blood disorders, or neurodegenerative diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to genomic structure or those not engaged in active research may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the latest advancements in the 3D architecture of the genome and its role in gene regulation, particularly in relation to diseases such as cancer and blood disorders. The project will bring together experts from around the world to discuss and share knowledge on how chromatin structure influences cellular processes and responses to environmental factors. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, the conference aims to inspire new research directions and foster connections among scientists working on genome architecture and disease modeling.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into how genome structure impacts health and disease, potentially guiding the development of innovative therapies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in genome architecture has shown promising results, indicating that understanding 3D genome structure can significantly impact our knowledge of disease mechanisms.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shen, Yin — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Shen, Yin
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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.