Understanding cancer through biomolecular structures
Official title: Structural Biology Core
Funded at Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis · NIH-11049029 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the tiny building blocks of cancer to find new ways to treat it, and it's designed to help researchers learn more about how these molecules work, which could lead to better treatments for patients like you.
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 start | March 5, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $212,055 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152281-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11049029 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals affected by various types of cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not interested in cancer research may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the structural biology of biomolecules to better understand cancer and develop new treatments. It aims to establish a specialized facility that utilizes advanced techniques like X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy to study how biomolecules function in cancer. By providing support and educational opportunities to researchers, the project seeks to enhance the investigation of cancer-related biomolecular interactions. Patients may benefit from the insights gained into cancer mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic strategies for cancer treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Other research in structural biology has shown promise in understanding cancer mechanisms and developing targeted therapies.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
Little Rock, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Enemark, Eric — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Enemark, Eric
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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.