Improving biomedical research with advanced mass spectrometry equipment
Official title: A shared Agilent 6546 LC-QTOF for biomedical research
Funded at Auburn University at Auburn · NIH-11102316 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about getting a new, advanced machine to help scientists at Auburn University do better research on health and medicine, so they can find new ways to improve treatments and outcomes for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Auburn University at Auburn NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Auburn, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | April 15, 2025 |
| Project end | April 14, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $348,724 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD036264-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11102316 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals involved in biomedical studies that require advanced mass spectrometry techniques.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in biomedical research or do not require high-resolution mass spectrometry analysis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on acquiring a state-of-the-art Liquid Chromatography Quadrupole Time-of-Flight (LC-QTOF) mass spectrometer to enhance biomedical research capabilities at Auburn University. The new instrument will replace an outdated model that has limited researchers' ability to conduct high-resolution mass analysis, which is crucial for various biomedical studies. By providing advanced instrumentation, the project aims to improve study design, sample preparation, and bioanalysis, ultimately leading to more effective research outcomes. This initiative is expected to foster innovation and increase productivity among researchers working on diverse biomedical projects.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality and efficiency of biomedical research, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives have successfully implemented advanced mass spectrometry techniques, indicating a strong potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Auburn University at Auburn
Auburn, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Calderon, Angela Isabel — Auburn University at Auburn
- Study coordinator: Calderon, Angela Isabel
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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.