Finding blood markers that show how organs age
Official title: Identification of blood biomarkers predictive of organ aging
Funded at Buck Institute for Research on Aging · NIH-10777065 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how getting older affects our organs and tissues by checking blood samples to find markers that can show how quickly our organs are aging, helping to create easy tests that can keep track of our health without needing any painful procedures.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Buck Institute for Research on Aging NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Novato, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | September 19, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $388,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R03OD036497-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10777065 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are interested in understanding their organ health and aging process.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not experiencing age-related health issues or those who are younger may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how aging affects our organs and tissues, focusing on identifying blood biomarkers that can predict the rate of organ aging. By analyzing blood samples, the study aims to develop simple diagnostic tools that can measure the biological age of organs without the need for invasive biopsies. The approach combines advanced technologies and machine learning to create a clearer understanding of how individual health can be monitored and improved based on organ aging. This could lead to personalized health interventions that enhance daily living functionality.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with personalized insights into their organ health, enabling targeted interventions to improve their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using blood biomarkers to assess aging, indicating that this approach could be a viable method for monitoring organ health.
Where this research is happening
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Buck Institute for Research on Aging
Novato, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Furman, David — Buck Institute for Research on Aging
- Study coordinator: Furman, David
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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.