Improving cell sorting technology for research at UCSC
Official title: Replacement and enhancement of Cell Sorting capabilities at UCSC
Funded at University of California Santa Cruz · NIH-11102810 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving a lab at UC Santa Cruz that helps scientists sort and analyze cells from different samples, and it's for researchers in fields like biology and engineering who want to do better and faster experiments with human and animal cells.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Santa Cruz NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Cruz, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | May 14, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $748,908 |
| NIH project number | 1S10OD036313-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11102810 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals involved in biological and medical research, particularly those working with human or animal cell samples.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in research or do not have access to the UCSC facility may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on upgrading the Flow Cytometry Core facility at the University of California, Santa Cruz, which is essential for analyzing and sorting cells from various biological samples. The project aims to acquire a state-of-the-art BD FACSymphony™ S6 cell sorter that can analyze multiple cell characteristics simultaneously, enhancing the capabilities of researchers in the Physical and Biological Sciences and Engineering divisions. By modernizing this facility, the research will support a wide range of studies involving human and animal samples, ultimately improving the quality and efficiency of cell sorting processes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the accuracy and speed of cell analysis, leading to better insights in various biological and medical studies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research facilities have successfully upgraded their cytometry capabilities, demonstrating the potential for significant advancements in cell analysis technology.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carpenter, Susan — University of California Santa Cruz
- Study coordinator: Carpenter, Susan
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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.