Improving heart function measurement technologies
Official title: Core B: Functional Assessment & Instrumentation
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10904657 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring new ways to use special technology to closely watch how the heart works in real-time, helping us learn more about heart health and improve treatments for heart conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | August 10, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $423,153 |
| NIH project number | 5P01HL164311-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10904657 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with ischemic heart disease or related cardiac conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cardiac conditions or those not experiencing heart-related issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing bioelectronic technologies to measure heart function in real-time with high precision. It involves using advanced electrodes to map electrical activity in the heart and assess neurotransmitter release that affects heart health. The study will also monitor heart rate and other vital signs in conscious animal models, providing insights into cardiac conditions. By integrating various measurement techniques, the research aims to better understand heart disease and improve treatment strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective monitoring and treatment options for patients with heart disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using bioelectronic technologies for cardiac monitoring, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ardell, Jeffrey L — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Ardell, Jeffrey L
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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.