Understanding genetic variants in OTC and NAGS deficiencies
Official title: Oldies but Goodies: Rescuing confined OTC and NAGS genetic variant data from legacy databases and natural history studies
Funded at Children's Research Institute · NIH-10789562 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at genetic issues that affect how the body processes waste, specifically for kids with certain urea cycle disorders, to help doctors better understand and diagnose these conditions so they can find better treatments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | June 11, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $182,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R03HD113855-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10789562 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children under 11 years old who have been diagnosed with OTC or NAGS deficiencies or are suspected of having these conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other metabolic disorders unrelated to the urea cycle may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on genetic disorders related to the urea cycle, specifically ornithine transcarbamylase (OTC) and N-acetylglutamate synthetase (NAGS) deficiencies. It aims to rescue and analyze genetic variant data from existing databases to improve the understanding and diagnosis of these conditions. By examining the molecular basis of these disorders, the research seeks to enhance early diagnosis and treatment options for affected children. The methodology includes genetic sequencing and data analysis to classify variants and their potential impacts on health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic methods and treatment strategies for children with OTC and NAGS deficiencies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding genetic variants in metabolic disorders, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Research Institute
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ah Mew, Nicholas — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Ah Mew, Nicholas
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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.