Improving precision medicine for sex-based health differences
Official title: COBRE in Sex-Based Precision Medicine
Funded at Tulane University of Louisiana · NIH-11016991 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how health conditions and treatments can vary between men and women, with the goal of helping doctors provide more personalized care that fits each person's needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tulane University of Louisiana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $973,044 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152305-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11016991 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals seeking treatments or interventions that consider sex-based differences in health outcomes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify with the binary sex categories or those with conditions unrelated to sex-based differences may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding and application of precision medicine by examining how health conditions and treatments can differ based on sex. The project aims to create a supportive environment for researchers through mentoring and collaboration, ensuring that new findings are effectively integrated into clinical practice. By fostering interdisciplinary partnerships, the research seeks to improve the quality and effectiveness of health interventions tailored to both men and women. Patients may benefit from more personalized treatment options that consider their sex-related health needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized medical treatments that account for sex differences in health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in sex-based precision medicine, indicating that tailored approaches can improve patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mauvais-Jarvis, Franck — Tulane University of Louisiana
- Study coordinator: Mauvais-Jarvis, Franck
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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.