Exploring the structure of biological materials using advanced imaging techniques.
A Synchrotron Radiation Structural Biology Resource
This study is looking at tiny parts of cells using special imaging tools to better understand how they work, which could help improve treatments and tests for different health conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11035764 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on utilizing synchrotron radiation and advanced imaging techniques, such as cryo-electron microscopy, to investigate the structural biology of various biological systems. By analyzing the molecular structures of cell membrane lipids and other biological components, the research aims to enhance our understanding of their functions and interactions. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through this research, which could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for various conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with conditions that affect biological systems, particularly those related to cell membrane functions.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to biological structural abnormalities may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide critical insights that lead to better treatments and diagnostics for diseases related to biological systems.
How similar studies have performed: Other research utilizing synchrotron radiation and cryo-electron microscopy has shown promising results in understanding complex biological structures, indicating a strong potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hodgson, Keith O — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Hodgson, Keith O
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 below.