Investigating heart and kidney diseases through advanced testing and imaging techniques
Official title: Bioanalytical, Cardiometabolic Phenotyping, Imaging and Histology Core
Funded at University of Mississippi Med Ctr · NIH-10886516 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving how we understand and treat heart and kidney diseases, so if you're dealing with these conditions, the research could lead to better tests and treatments for you in the future!
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Mississippi Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project start | July 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $264,287 |
| NIH project number | 5P30GM149404-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10886516 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with cardiorenal diseases or those at risk for cardiovascular and metabolic disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated health conditions or those not affected by cardiovascular or renal issues may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of heart and kidney diseases by providing specialized testing and imaging services. It aims to support researchers in the Cardiorenal and Metabolic Diseases Research Center by offering advanced bioanalytical techniques, cardiometabolic phenotyping, and histological analysis. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic methods and treatment strategies that arise from the findings of this research. The project also emphasizes training and development of new research methods to adapt to evolving scientific needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools and treatment options for patients with heart and kidney diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in similar areas has shown promising results, indicating that advanced phenotyping and imaging techniques can significantly enhance understanding and treatment of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.
Where this research is happening
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University of Mississippi Med Ctr
Jackson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alexander, Barbara T — University of Mississippi Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Alexander, Barbara T
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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.