Oversight of a center focused on obesity and diabetes research
Official title: Administrative
Funded at Vanderbilt University · NIH-11017601 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure that a center focused on understanding obesity and diabetes in mice runs smoothly, helping researchers get the information they need to learn more about these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $226,056 |
| NIH project number | 5U2CDK135073-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11017601 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would be individuals involved in obesity and diabetes research or those who may benefit from advancements in these areas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in obesity or diabetes research may not receive direct benefits from this administrative oversight.
What this research studies
This research involves the administrative oversight of the Vanderbilt Center for Metabolic Phenotyping in Live Models of Obesity and Diabetes. It ensures that the center operates efficiently and meets the needs of the scientific community. The core activities include evaluating mice for studies, consulting with researchers on testing procedures, managing data, and coordinating outreach and educational efforts. This work supports various research initiatives aimed at understanding obesity and diabetes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding and treatment of obesity and diabetes through improved research methodologies.
How similar studies have gone: Similar administrative cores have successfully supported research initiatives in obesity and diabetes, indicating a proven model for enhancing research outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wasserman, David H — Vanderbilt University
- Study coordinator: Wasserman, David H
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.