Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease through Kidney Samples in Boston
Boston Chronic Kidney Disease Research Biopsy Center
This effort collects kidney tissue samples from patients with chronic kidney disease to help us learn more about how the condition develops and progresses.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11173634 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects many Americans and can lead to serious health problems. We know that CKD is complex, with many different causes and ways it can affect people. To truly understand CKD, especially forms linked to high blood pressure and diabetes, we need to look closely at kidney tissue from patients. This project continues to gather these important samples, building on previous work, to help scientists discover new ways to help people with CKD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older who have common forms of chronic kidney disease, particularly those related to high blood pressure or diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients without chronic kidney disease or those not meeting the age and specific disease criteria would not directly benefit from participating in this particular effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to a much deeper understanding of chronic kidney disease, paving the way for new and more effective treatments.
How similar studies have performed: This project builds upon the accomplishments of an established multidisciplinary research group and continues as a successful recruitment site for the Kidney Precision Medicine Project.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Waikar, Sushrut S. — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Waikar, Sushrut S.
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.