Maintaining and distributing a unique colony of genetically diverse rats for research.
Core B
This study is all about breeding a special group of rats with different genetic backgrounds to help scientists learn more about how genes affect traits, and it also uses a cool new method to predict what traits baby rats might have based on their genes, making it easier for researchers to explore genetics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10935612 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on maintaining a unique colony of heterogeneous stock (HS) rats at the University of California San Diego and Wake Forest University School of Medicine. These rats are bred from a mix of eight inbred strains, allowing researchers to study genetic variations and their effects on various traits. The project also includes a novel approach called RATTACA, which predicts the traits of newborn rats based on their genetic information. This initiative aims to provide researchers with valuable resources to advance studies in genetics and related fields.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include researchers and institutions studying genetics, behavior, and related health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in genetic research or those not studying conditions related to the traits of HS rats may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of genetic influences on health and behavior, potentially leading to breakthroughs in treating genetic disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has successfully utilized genetically diverse animal models to uncover significant insights into genetic traits and diseases, indicating that this approach has a strong foundation.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Solberg Woods, Leah Catherine — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Solberg Woods, Leah Catherine
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.