Investigating genetic factors that affect human health and disease.
Official title: HIGH THROUGHPUT GENOTYPING AND DNA SEQUENCING FOR STUDYING THE GENETIC CONTRIBUTIONS TO HUMAN HEALTH AND DISEASE - ILLUMINA GLOBAL DIVERSITY ARRAY FOR NCI
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11220056 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how our genes might affect our health, with the hope of finding better ways to understand and treat inherited diseases, so patients can benefit from new insights and potential treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | September 8, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $72,335 |
| NIH project number | 75N92024D00013-0-759202400007-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11220056 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with hereditary diseases or those interested in understanding their genetic health risks.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that are not genetically influenced may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on high-throughput genotyping and DNA sequencing to identify genetic factors that contribute to various health conditions. By analyzing genetic data, the study aims to uncover how specific genes or genetic modifications influence health and disease outcomes. Patients may benefit from this research as it could lead to better understanding and potential treatments for inherited diseases. The research employs advanced statistical genetics methods to analyze large datasets, providing insights that could improve patient care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of genetic contributions to diseases, leading to improved diagnosis and treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using high-throughput genotyping and DNA sequencing has shown success in identifying genetic factors related to various diseases, indicating that this approach is both established and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Doheny, Kim — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Doheny, Kim
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.