Improving treatments for chronic skin diseases in older veterans
Official title: Precision medicine approaches to chronic inflammatory skin disease of older veterans
Funded at Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco · NIH-10929936 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to make treatments for atopic dermatitis better for older veterans by figuring out what makes their skin condition unique, so they can get more personalized care that works best for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| NIH project number | 5I01CX002608-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929936 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are veterans aged 65 and older who are experiencing symptoms of atopic dermatitis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients under the age of 65 or those without chronic inflammatory skin diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding and optimizing treatments for atopic dermatitis, a common inflammatory skin disease affecting older veterans. It aims to identify specific molecular features and patient-level biomarkers that contribute to the disease, which can vary significantly among individuals. By utilizing advanced techniques, including CRISPR, the study seeks to enhance the precision of treatment options tailored to the unique characteristics of elderly patients. The goal is to improve treatment outcomes and reduce the burden of skin diseases in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for chronic inflammatory skin diseases in older veterans.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using precision medicine approaches for inflammatory diseases, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cheng, Jeffrey B — Veterans Affairs Med Ctr San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Cheng, Jeffrey 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.