Support for studying protein interactions in pediatric health
Official title: Biochemistry Core
Funded at Sanford Research/usd · NIH-10936160 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping scientists who are looking into children's health by providing them with tools and support to better understand how proteins work together, which could lead to new treatments for childhood diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sanford Research/usd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sioux Falls, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $278,417 |
| NIH project number | 1P30GM154633-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10936160 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are children with diseases that involve protein interactions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to protein interactions or those outside the pediatric age range may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing essential support for scientists investigating pediatric health and disease by offering technical assistance in screening protein-protein interactions using advanced BioID methods. The Biochemistry Core will facilitate multi-analyte detection and quantification of proteins, helping researchers design experiments and troubleshoot issues. By collaborating closely with investigators, the Core aims to enhance the understanding of biological processes and develop novel treatment strategies for childhood diseases.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and treatments for various pediatric health conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research utilizing BioID methods has shown promise in understanding protein interactions, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Sanford Research/usd
Sioux Falls, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Roux, Kyle J — Sanford Research/usd
- Study coordinator: Roux, Kyle J
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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.