Leadership and coordination for genome editing research
Official title: Coordination Section
Funded at Baylor College of Medicine · NIH-10917289 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making gene editing tools better and easier to use by bringing together different experts to work together, so they can help researchers and the public understand how these advancements can improve health and medicine.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $85,959 |
| NIH project number | 5U42OD035581-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917289 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with genetic conditions that may be addressed through advanced genome editing technologies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that are not related to genetic disorders or those who do not respond to genome editing approaches may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing multidisciplinary leadership for the BCM/Rice Genome Editing Testing Center, which aims to enhance the effectiveness of genome editing technologies. The team will coordinate various scientific and administrative activities, ensuring that workflows are streamlined and that projects are selected based on their potential impact. By implementing standard operating procedures and communication strategies, the center will facilitate collaboration among researchers and improve the quality of services offered. Additionally, outreach efforts will be made to engage the public and evaluate the center's contributions to biomedical research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved genome editing techniques that enhance treatment options for genetic disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in genome editing has shown significant promise, indicating that this approach could lead to breakthroughs in treatment.
Where this research is happening
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heaney, Jason D. — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Heaney, Jason D.
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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.