Investigating endothelial cells for better understanding of blood vessel disorders
Endothelial Cell Analytic Core
['FUNDING_P01'] · AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY · NIH-11103136
This study is looking at special cells that line our blood vessels to better understand how they work and how we might improve treatments for blood vessel-related health issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11103136 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on isolating and characterizing endothelial cells, which line blood vessels, from both human tissues and mouse models. The team will utilize advanced techniques to purify these cells and analyze their properties, including metabolism and stress responses. Additionally, they will explore gene delivery methods to manipulate these cells for further study. This work aims to provide insights that could lead to improved treatments for conditions related to blood vessel disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with blood vessel disorders or related conditions who may benefit from advanced cellular therapies.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to blood vessel health or those not requiring cellular interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies for blood vessel disorders and related conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using similar approaches to manipulate endothelial cells for therapeutic purposes.
Where this research is happening
AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES
- AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY — AUGUSTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LUCAS, RUDOLF — AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: LUCAS, RUDOLF
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.
Conditions: blood vessel disorder