Investigating obesity and diabetes using live mouse models
Official title: Vanderbilt Center for Metabolic Phenotyping in Live Models of Obesity and Diabetes
Funded at Vanderbilt University · NIH-11017600 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how obesity and diabetes work by observing mice, which helps researchers learn more about insulin and hormones, with the hope that what they discover will lead to better treatments for people with these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $678,165 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK135073-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11017600 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by obesity or diabetes who may be interested in the latest advancements in metabolic treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to obesity or diabetes may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding obesity and diabetes through the study of live mouse models. The Vanderbilt Center for Metabolic Phenotyping provides advanced phenotyping services to investigate metabolic processes in mice, allowing researchers to explore insulin action and hormone secretion in a controlled environment. By utilizing various cores dedicated to animal health, welfare, and metabolic physiology, the center aims to enhance the understanding of metabolic diseases and improve treatment strategies. Patients may benefit indirectly from the insights gained through this research as it informs future therapies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and management strategies for obesity and diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using similar live model approaches has shown promise in advancing our understanding of metabolic diseases.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ayala, Julio E — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Ayala, Julio E
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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.