Understanding cell signaling in skin and adrenal gland health
Official title: BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
Funded at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center · NIH-11105834 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain molecules in our body help skin cells grow and how they affect hormone production in the adrenal glands, with the hope of finding better ways to treat skin and adrenal gland conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Augusta, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2021 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5IK6BX005691-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11105834 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing skin disorders or adrenal gland dysfunction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated health issues or those not affected by skin or adrenal gland conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the role of specific signaling molecules in cell processes related to skin and adrenal gland function. Dr. Wendy Bollag, a leading physiologist, investigates how these signaling pathways affect keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation in the skin, as well as the regulation of aldosterone production in the adrenal glands. The research aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms that could lead to better management of conditions related to these organs. Patients may benefit from insights gained into how these processes can be influenced in both normal and pathological states.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for conditions affecting the skin and adrenal glands, potentially enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding cell signaling pathways, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
Augusta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bollag, Wendy B — Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Bollag, Wendy B
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.