Exploring the biology of lipid droplets and their role in metabolic diseases
Official title: Lipid Droplets
Funded at Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology · NIH-10902746 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at tiny fat storage structures in our cells to understand how they affect diseases like diabetes and heart problems, with the hope that new discoveries will lead to better treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 10, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $23,275 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DK139750-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10902746 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals with metabolic disorders such as obesity, diabetes, or cardiovascular diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to lipid metabolism or those not affected by metabolic diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on lipid droplets, which are essential cellular structures involved in storing fats and regulating metabolism. The project will investigate how these droplets contribute to various metabolic diseases, including diabetes and cardiovascular conditions. By bringing together experts in the field, the conference aims to share the latest findings and foster collaboration among scientists to enhance understanding of lipid droplet biology. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment strategies that arise from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic approaches for managing metabolic diseases linked to lipid metabolism.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding lipid metabolism, indicating that this area of study has the potential for significant breakthroughs.
Where this research is happening
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Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Olzmann, James a — Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
- Study coordinator: Olzmann, James a
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.