Improving treatments for inflammatory diseases of the digestive system
San Diego Digestive Diseases Research Center
This study is all about finding better ways to understand and treat inflammatory diseases of the gut and liver, and it's designed for patients who want to help improve care and outcomes for themselves and others.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11128620 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The San Diego Digestive Diseases Research Center focuses on advancing our understanding and treatment of inflammatory diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract and liver. By bringing together a diverse group of academic investigators, the center fosters collaboration and innovation in both basic and clinical research. Patients may benefit from the center's pilot programs and core services that support new research directions aimed at improving patient care and outcomes. The research is conducted at three adjacent institutions in the San Diego area, enhancing the potential for impactful discoveries.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals diagnosed with inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract or liver.
Not a fit: Patients with non-inflammatory gastrointestinal conditions or those not residing in the San Diego area may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatments and prevention strategies for patients suffering from inflammatory digestive diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focusing on inflammation in the digestive system have shown promising results, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schnabl, Bernd G. — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Schnabl, Bernd G.
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.