Providing expert pathology services for cystic fibrosis research
Pathology Core
This study is all about helping scientists learn more about cystic fibrosis by using animal models, like pigs and ferrets, to analyze tissue samples, which could lead to better treatments for patients in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892137 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on offering specialized pathology services to support investigations into cystic fibrosis (CF) using animal models like pigs and ferrets. The Pathology Core will assist researchers by providing technical expertise in histotechnology, which includes processing and analyzing tissue samples to gather high-quality data. By centralizing these services, the core aims to enhance efficiency and reduce costs for research teams working on CF. Patients may benefit indirectly through advancements in understanding and treating CF based on the findings from these investigations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research are individuals affected by cystic fibrosis or those with a familial history of the disease.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to cystic fibrosis or those not involved in research studies may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for cystic fibrosis.
How similar studies have performed: Other research utilizing specialized pathology services in cystic fibrosis has shown promise, indicating that this approach is supported by previous successes.
Where this research is happening
Iowa City, United States
- University of Iowa — Iowa City, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyerholz, David K — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Meyerholz, David K
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.