Identifying new immune markers linked to obesity-related diseases
Official title: Leveraging in vivo protein tracking to identify novel immune markers associated with obesity driven disease
Funded at Scripps Research Institute, the · NIH-11166197 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain proteins from the intestine influence fat tissue and may lead to obesity-related health issues like Type II Diabetes and heart problems, with the hope of finding new ways to help people manage or prevent these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Scripps Research Institute, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | May 16, 2025 |
| Project end | May 15, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $35,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31DK141247-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11166197 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals struggling with obesity or related metabolic conditions, such as Type II Diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not affected by obesity or metabolic diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how proteins secreted from the intestine affect fat tissue and contribute to obesity-related diseases like Type II Diabetes and cardiovascular issues. By using advanced biochemical tools, the study aims to track these proteins and understand their roles in inflammation and metabolic dysfunction. Patients may benefit from insights gained about how to target these pathways for new treatments that could help manage or prevent obesity-related health problems.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that help prevent or manage obesity-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in understanding interorgan communication in metabolic diseases, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Scripps Research Institute, the
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Banki, Michael Arian — Scripps Research Institute, the
- Study coordinator: Banki, Michael Arian
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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.