Managing and sharing kidney research resources
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-10915004 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together resources and training for researchers who are working to improve treatments for kidney disease, so they can share ideas and make progress that benefits patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $173,793 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DK137328-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10915004 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals involved in kidney disease research or those interested in advancing kidney health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in kidney research or do not have a vested interest in kidney health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This project focuses on leading and coordinating the Indiana University O’Brien National Resource Center to enhance kidney research. It aims to efficiently utilize resources like the Intravital Microscopy and Molecular Imaging cores, while also prioritizing requests from the kidney research community. The initiative includes educational programs to train future kidney researchers and improve outreach efforts to ensure that advancements in kidney disease research are communicated effectively. By fostering collaboration and resource sharing, the project seeks to address the needs of the kidney research community.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of kidney disease research, leading to better treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives focused on resource sharing and collaboration in medical research have shown success, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
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Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dagher, Pierre C — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Dagher, Pierre C
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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.