How specific immune cells help heal skin wounds
Commensal-specific T cell function in skin wound repair
['FUNDING_R01'] · BENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON · NIH-11005010
This study is looking at how certain immune cells in our skin help heal wounds by working with the good bacteria that live on our skin, and it hopes to find new ways to improve treatments for skin conditions like atopic dermatitis.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11005010 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of commensal-specific T cells in skin wound repair. It focuses on understanding how these immune cells interact with the skin's microbiota and contribute to healing processes after injury. By examining the mechanisms that regulate cytokine production during skin repair, the study aims to uncover new therapeutic strategies for conditions like atopic dermatitis. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to improved treatments for skin-related immune disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with skin wounds or conditions related to skin barrier dysfunction, such as atopic dermatitis.
Not a fit: Patients with non-skin related immune disorders or those without skin injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies that enhance skin healing and treat conditions like atopic dermatitis.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the role of immune cells in skin health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- BENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HARRISON, OLIVER JAMES — BENAROYA RESEARCH INST AT VIRGINIA MASON
- Study coordinator: HARRISON, OLIVER JAMES
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.
Conditions: Autoimmune Diseases, autoimmune disorder, autoimmunity disease