Investigating how glycosyl ceramides affect heart failure and recovery

The Role of Glycosyl Ceramides in Heart Failure and Recovery

NIH-funded research University of Utah · NIH-10896979

This study is looking at how certain fats in the body affect heart health and recovery in people with heart failure, and it aims to find new ways to improve treatments for patients like you.

Quick facts

Grant typeCareer grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Utah NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Salt Lake City, United States)
Project IDNIH-10896979 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on understanding the role of glycosyl ceramides in heart failure and the recovery process. The approach involves studying fatty acid metabolism and its impact on cardiac remodeling through various methodologies, including human studies, animal models, and laboratory assessments. Patients may benefit from insights gained about metabolic mechanisms that influence heart health, potentially leading to improved treatments for heart failure. The research will also include training in advanced techniques for analyzing heart tissue and serum samples.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are adults experiencing heart failure or those at risk of developing heart-related conditions.

Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiac related health issues or those under 21 years old may not receive benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for treating heart failure and enhancing recovery.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding metabolic factors in heart failure, indicating that this approach has potential for success.

Where this research is happening

Salt Lake City, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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