Training engineers to innovate in kidney health technology
MERRIT: Multidisciplinary Engineering and Renal Research for Innovation of Technology
This study is all about getting engineering students more involved in kidney health by giving them real research experiences and guidance from kidney experts, which could lead to new tools and solutions that help patients manage kidney disease better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10824213 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program aims to enhance the involvement of engineering students in kidney health by providing them with hands-on research experiences and mentorship from experts in nephrology and engineering. It focuses on raising awareness of clinical needs in kidney care, fostering innovative research projects, and sharing educational resources to inspire similar initiatives at other institutions. Patients can benefit from the development of new technologies and solutions that address their needs in kidney disease management.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals affected by chronic kidney disease or those at risk of developing kidney disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with acute kidney issues or those not engaged in educational programs related to kidney health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative technologies that improve the diagnosis and treatment of kidney diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives have shown success in integrating engineering principles into medical research, indicating a promising potential for this multidisciplinary approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Azeloglu, Evren U. — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Azeloglu, Evren U.
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.