Improving temperature control for genetic research on C. elegans
Official title: Administrative Supplements for Equipment Purchase: The Temperature-Controlled Incubator
Funded at Oakland University · NIH-11031482 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve how scientists grow tiny worms called C. elegans, which help us learn about genetics and diseases, by using a new temperature-controlled system to get better results in their experiments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oakland University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $12,985 |
| NIH project number | 3R15GM147857-01S2 |
| Project ID | NIH-11031482 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by genetic disorders or cancers that are being studied through the insights gained from C. elegans.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to genetic disorders or cancers may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the cultivation of C. elegans, a genetic model organism, by replacing an outdated incubator with a new temperature-controlled system. This upgrade is crucial for conducting experiments that analyze the effects of temperature on mutant strains, which can provide insights into the regulation of centrosome proteins. The precise temperature monitoring will facilitate more accurate genetic and molecular analyses, ultimately contributing to a better understanding of biological processes. Patients may benefit indirectly from the findings related to genetic disorders and cancer biology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advancements in understanding genetic disorders and cancer, potentially improving treatment strategies.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using temperature-controlled environments to study genetic models, indicating that this approach is well-established.
Where this research is happening
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Oakland University
Rochester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Song, Mi Hye — Oakland University
- Study coordinator: Song, Mi Hye
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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.
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- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.