Understanding and treating musculoskeletal diseases like osteoporosis and breast cancer
Center for Musculoskeletal Disease Research (CMDR)
This study is looking into what causes musculoskeletal diseases like osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and breast cancer to help improve treatments and make life easier for people dealing with these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11042838 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on investigating the causes of musculoskeletal diseases, including osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and breast cancer, which significantly impact patients' mobility and quality of life. The Center for Musculoskeletal Disease Research (CMDR) at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences employs advanced techniques to analyze gene expression and study the skeleton, aiming to identify molecular factors that contribute to these conditions. By fostering collaboration among junior and established researchers, the center seeks to develop more effective and well-tolerated therapies for affected patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals suffering from osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, or breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with musculoskeletal conditions unrelated to osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, or breast cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for musculoskeletal diseases, enhancing patients' quality of life and reducing healthcare costs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding musculoskeletal diseases through molecular analysis, indicating that this approach could yield significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: O'brien, Charles a — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: O'brien, Charles a
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.