Providing nonhuman primates for genome editing research
Official title: Resource Component
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10911370 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about providing healthy monkeys for scientists who are working on new ways to edit genes, which could help develop treatments for human diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $595,316 |
| NIH project number | 5U42OD035737-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10911370 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with genetic disorders that could be targeted by somatic cell genome editing.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions that are not amenable to gene editing or those outside the age range of the study may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on supplying high-quality nonhuman primates for studies related to somatic cell genome editing. The project aims to ensure that these animals meet the specific needs of researchers by implementing rigorous screening and selection processes. By utilizing established standard operating procedures, the research will evaluate the efficiency and safety of genome editing technologies. This work is crucial for translating these technologies into potential treatments for human diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advancements in gene therapies that may improve treatment options for various human diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in somatic cell genome editing has shown promising results, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant breakthroughs in treatment.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tarantal, Alice F — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Tarantal, Alice F
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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.