Exploring the use of tree shrews in biomedical research
Official title: Tree Shrew Discovery Meeting
Funded at University of Virginia · NIH-11000401 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about using tree shrews to help scientists learn more about how our vision works, and it aims to create regular meetings where researchers can share their findings and teach each other, making it easier for everyone to understand and use tree shrews in their studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $15,384 |
| NIH project number | 1R13EY036712-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000401 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include scientists and researchers interested in visual neuroscience and animal models.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in scientific research or do not have an interest in animal models may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the potential of tree shrews as a model organism for biomedical studies, particularly in visual neuroscience. The project aims to establish a regular conference that brings together researchers to share discoveries, technical developments, and training opportunities related to tree shrew research. By fostering collaboration among scientists, the initiative seeks to enhance understanding of tree shrew characteristics and their applications in various studies. The meetings will also support the education of new researchers in this field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of visual neuroscience and improve methodologies in biomedical research.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using animal models for biomedical studies, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Virginia
Charlottesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cang, Jianhua — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Cang, Jianhua
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.