New methods to study metabolism in living organisms
Official title: Platform for in vivo Metabolism
Funded at University of Georgia · NIH-11012835 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on new ways to track how our bodies process substances in real-time, which could help doctors better understand diseases and how well treatments are working, making it easier to spot important changes in our metabolism.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Georgia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Athens, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $368,242 |
| NIH project number | 5R35GM148240-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012835 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with metabolic disorders or those undergoing treatment for diseases where metabolic monitoring could provide valuable insights.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with stable conditions that do not involve metabolic changes or those not requiring metabolic monitoring may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on advancing metabolomics, which is the study of metabolic biomarkers linked to diseases and treatment responses. The project aims to develop innovative techniques that allow for real-time monitoring of metabolism in living organisms, overcoming current limitations that rely on sampling biofluids or tissues. By enhancing the sensitivity of NMR probes, the research seeks to identify unknown metabolites with greater accuracy, which could lead to improved diagnostics and understanding of metabolic processes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnostics and better treatment strategies for various diseases by identifying key metabolic biomarkers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in metabolomics has shown promise in identifying biomarkers, but this approach aims to fill critical gaps that have not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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University of Georgia
Athens, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Edison, Arthur S — University of Georgia
- Study coordinator: Edison, Arthur S
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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.