Investigating the role of oxidative stress in various diseases
South Carolina COBRE in Oxidants, Redox Balance and Stress Signaling
This study is looking at how stress in our cells affects diseases like cancer, heart problems, and diabetes, and it's for anyone interested in better treatments for these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927298 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how oxidative stress and redox balance affect a variety of human diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, diabetes, and gastrointestinal issues. The team at the Medical University of South Carolina is working to develop advanced resources and methodologies to study these effects in depth. By expanding the number of researchers and fostering collaboration, the project aims to enhance the understanding of redox pathobiology and its implications for health. Patients may benefit from new insights that could lead to improved treatments and interventions for these conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals suffering from cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, or those with a history of drug addiction.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to oxidative stress or redox balance may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in the treatment and management of multiple serious health conditions linked to oxidative stress.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in the field of redox biology has shown promising results, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements in understanding and treating related diseases.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tew, Kenneth D. — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Tew, Kenneth D.
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.