Investigating how glycosyl ceramides affect heart failure and recovery
The Role of Glycosyl Ceramides in Heart Failure and Recovery
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 type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-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
- University of Utah — Salt Lake City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tseliou, Eleni — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Tseliou, Eleni
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.