Exploring mitochondrial transplantation for various health conditions
Official title: Mitochondrial Transplantation Conference
Funded at Feinstein Institute for Medical Research · NIH-11074333 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together scientists to talk about a new treatment called mitochondrial transplantation, which could help with serious health problems like heart issues, cancer, and obesity, so they can share ideas and work together to make this therapy available for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Feinstein Institute for Medical Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Manhasset, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $20,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HL172577-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074333 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients suffering from conditions like cardiac arrest, cancer, or obesity who may benefit from innovative mitochondrial therapies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with stable, non-bioenergetic related conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on mitochondrial transplantation (MT), a promising new therapy that could help treat a range of serious health issues, including cardiac arrest, cancer, and obesity. The project aims to organize the first-ever conference dedicated to mitochondrial medicine, bringing together researchers and advocates to share findings and foster collaboration. By connecting scientists who have been working in isolation, the conference seeks to accelerate the development of MT as a viable treatment option. Attendees will include leading experts and emerging researchers who will present their latest work and discuss the therapeutic potential of mitochondrial transplantation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to groundbreaking therapies that improve outcomes for patients with various bioenergetic conditions.
How similar studies have gone: While mitochondrial transplantation is a relatively novel approach, preliminary results in animal models have shown promise, indicating potential for future human applications.
Where this research is happening
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Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
Manhasset, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becker, Lance B. — Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
- Study coordinator: Becker, Lance B.
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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.