Mapping the Different Types of Cells in the Brain
A Community Resource for Single Cell Data in the Brain
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · ALLEN INSTITUTE · NIH-11123302
This project is creating a detailed map of all the different cell types in the human and primate brain, which will help us better understand how the brain works in health and disease.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ALLEN INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11123302 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The BRAIN Initiative Cell Atlas Network (BICAN) aims to create a complete catalog of the many different cell types found in human and non-human primate brains. This detailed information about brain cells is crucial for unlocking secrets about how our brains function normally and what goes wrong in various brain conditions. This particular project focuses on building a strong foundation for the BICAN network, making sure all the researchers can work together smoothly. It will help organize meetings, set common standards for data, and ensure that the valuable information collected is shared widely and effectively with other scientists. Ultimately, this effort will help accelerate discoveries that could lead to new ways to help patients with brain disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This foundational work does not directly involve patient participation, but future studies building on this data could benefit individuals with various brain conditions.
Not a fit: Patients seeking immediate treatment or direct clinical intervention will not find direct benefit from this foundational data coordination project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to a deeper understanding of brain diseases, paving the way for new treatments and diagnostic tools.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds upon previous successful efforts to map mouse brain cells and aims to extend those methods to human and primate brains, while also establishing essential coordination for a large scientific network.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- ALLEN INSTITUTE — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HAWRYLYCZ, MICHAEL — ALLEN INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: HAWRYLYCZ, MICHAEL
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.