Understanding chronic pain through advanced cell analysis
Multi-Omics Core
This study is looking at the tiny building blocks of our bodies to understand what happens at a cellular level in chronic pain, with the hope of finding better ways to treat it for people who suffer from this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928102 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on using advanced techniques like single-cell transcriptomics and next-generation sequencing to explore the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind chronic pain. By analyzing pain-related tissues at a single-cell level, the project aims to identify specific cell types and their interactions that contribute to pain. The Multi-Omics Core will provide rapid sequencing services and collaborate with other research teams to ensure consistent methodologies. This approach could lead to a deeper understanding of chronic pain and inform future treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from chronic pain conditions who are willing to provide tissue samples for analysis.
Not a fit: Patients with acute pain or those not experiencing chronic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and therapies for managing chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other research in the field of single-cell genomics has shown promising results in understanding complex diseases, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Renthal, William Russell — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Renthal, William Russell
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.