Exploring ways to improve tissue repair and regeneration
Official title: 2025 Tissue Repair and Regeneration Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11168254 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding ways to help our bodies heal better, especially for people with chronic wounds or pressure sores, like older adults and those with diabetes, by learning from nature and how some animals can regenerate their tissues.
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 | May 8, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $10,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HD118737-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11168254 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals suffering from chronic wounds, pressure ulcers, or conditions that affect tissue regeneration.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute injuries or those not experiencing issues related to tissue repair may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the body's ability to repair and regenerate tissues, which is crucial for improving health outcomes in both humans and animals. It addresses significant health issues such as chronic wounds and pressure ulcers, particularly in aging populations and those with diabetes. The conference will bring together leading researchers and clinicians to share the latest findings and foster collaborations aimed at understanding the mechanisms behind tissue repair. By investigating why some organisms can regenerate tissues while others cannot, the research aims to advance the field of regenerative medicine.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in treatments for chronic wounds and other conditions that impair tissue repair.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in this area have successfully advanced knowledge and collaboration in tissue repair and regeneration, indicating a strong foundation for continued exploration.
Where this research is happening
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Gordon Research Conferences
East Greenwich, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eyckmans, Jeroen — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Eyckmans, Jeroen
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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.