Improving the use of biospecimens for scientific research.
Official title: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO MAINTAIN AND ENHANCE THE NIDDK BIOREPOSITORY ROUTINE OPERATIONS TO FACILITATE BIOSPECIMEN UTILIZATION FOR NEW SCIENCE AND BROAD SHARING ACROSS THE RESEARCH COMMUNI
Funded at Precision Bioservices, INC. · NIH-10973385 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on making it easier for scientists to use and share biological samples, which could help lead to new discoveries and treatments for health conditions that might benefit patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Precision Bioservices, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project start | May 30, 2023 |
| Project end | May 29, 2033 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $2,966,294 |
| NIH project number | 75N94023D00003-0-759402300001-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10973385 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be individuals who have provided biospecimens to the NIDDK biorepository.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not contributed biospecimens or are not involved in research studies utilizing these samples may not receive direct benefits.
What this research studies
This research focuses on maintaining and enhancing the operations of the NIDDK biorepository, which collects and stores biological samples for scientific studies. By improving the processes involved in managing these biospecimens, the project aims to facilitate their utilization in new scientific discoveries and promote broader sharing among researchers. Patients may indirectly benefit as their biospecimens could contribute to advancements in understanding various health conditions and developing new treatments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in medical science and improved treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of enhancing biorepository operations is common, the specific enhancements proposed in this project may offer novel benefits to the research community.
Where this research is happening
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Precision Bioservices, INC.
Frederick, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Langenbach, Kurt — Precision Bioservices, INC.
- Study coordinator: Langenbach, Kurt
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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.