Understanding genetic factors in atopic dermatitis for Asian and Hispanic patients
Official title: Investigating single-T cell atopic gene networks in Asian and Hispanic genetic backgrounds
Funded at University of California, San Francisco · NIH-11175794 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the genes that affect atopic dermatitis in Asian and Hispanic people to find unique markers that can help tailor treatments and predict how well patients will respond to therapies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $343,904 |
| NIH project number | 1R56AR082484-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11175794 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals of Asian or Hispanic descent who are diagnosed with atopic dermatitis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have atopic dermatitis or those from non-Asian and non-Hispanic backgrounds may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the genetic networks involved in atopic dermatitis specifically in Asian and Hispanic populations. By analyzing single T cells from patients, the study aims to identify unique genetic markers that could help differentiate disease states and guide personalized treatment options. The researchers will focus on understanding how certain genes influence the immune response in these populations, which may differ from traditional models. The ultimate goal is to develop biomarkers that can predict how patients will respond to immunomodulatory therapies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, personalized treatments for atopic dermatitis in Asian and Hispanic patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in identifying genetic factors in atopic dermatitis, but this specific focus on Asian and Hispanic populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cho, Raymond Jaihyun — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Cho, Raymond Jaihyun
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.