Improving the preservation of zebrafish genetic material
Establishing an Integrated Platform for Diploid Germplasm Conservation in Zebrafish (Danio rerio)
This study is working on a better way to keep both male and female zebrafish genetic material safe, which is important for making sure that research using zebrafish is accurate and reliable.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10984980 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new method for preserving zebrafish germplasm, which is crucial for maintaining the genetic integrity of commonly used zebrafish strains. Current preservation techniques only store male genetic material, leading to potential inaccuracies in genetic studies. By creating an integrated platform for diploid germplasm conservation, the project seeks to ensure that both male and female genetic contributions are preserved accurately. This will enhance the reliability of zebrafish as a model organism in various biological and medical research applications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include researchers and scientists working with zebrafish in genetic and biomedical studies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in zebrafish research or do not utilize zebrafish as a model organism may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate genetic studies and improved outcomes in research involving zebrafish, which are widely used in biomedical research.
How similar studies have performed: While zebrafish are a well-established model organism, the specific approach of developing a diploid germplasm conservation platform is novel and has not been extensively tested in previous studies.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Michigan State University — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cibelli, Jose B — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Cibelli, Jose B
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 below.