Investigating extracellular vesicles for various diseases
Extracellular Vesicle Core
This study is looking at tiny particles called extracellular vesicles to see if they can help track how well treatments are working for diseases like Alzheimer's and leukemia, and it's designed to support researchers and doctors in Rhode Island who are working on these important health issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10874437 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the role of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in various diseases, including Alzheimer's and acute myeloid leukemia. The Extracellular Vesicle Core at Rhode Island Hospital provides expertise and resources to support researchers in designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and preparing for grant submissions. By collaborating with clinical doctors, the core aims to explore the potential of EVs as non-invasive biomarkers for monitoring disease therapy effectiveness. This initiative enhances collaboration and translational research within the Rhode Island research community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, acute myeloid leukemia, or other conditions related to the study of extracellular vesicles.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to the focus areas of extracellular vesicles may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for tracking disease progression and treatment response in patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using extracellular vesicles as biomarkers, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Rhode Island Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wen, Sicheng — Rhode Island Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wen, Sicheng
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.