NIH-funded research NIH-funded research

Leadership and support for obesity and diabetes research

Official title: Core A: Administrative Core

Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-11017755 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about making sure that the research on obesity and diabetes runs smoothly, which could lead to better treatments for patients like you in the future.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project startFebruary 1, 2023
Project endJanuary 31, 2028
Funding year2025
Award (this year)$212,706
NIH project number5U2CDK135066-03
Project IDNIH-11017755 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals affected by obesity or diabetes who are involved in related research studies.

Less likely to help

Patients not involved in research studies related to obesity or diabetes may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on providing administrative leadership and oversight for the Michigan Metabolic Phenotyping of live Models of Obesity and Diabetes Center. It aims to ensure that various cores, including those for animal care and metabolic phenotyping, operate efficiently and effectively. The team will coordinate the receipt of research animals, monitor study progress, and manage data submission processes, all of which are crucial for advancing understanding of obesity and diabetes. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research outcomes and enhanced treatment strategies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for obesity and diabetes.

How similar studies have gone: Similar administrative cores have shown success in enhancing research efficiency and outcomes in related fields.

Where this research is happening

  • University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
    Ann Arbor, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Elias, Carol Fuzeti — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
  • Study coordinator: Elias, Carol Fuzeti

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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.