Understanding how biomolecules interact in cancer
Official title: Biomolecular Interactions Core
Funded at Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis · NIH-11049034 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how important molecules in our cells, like proteins and DNA, work together and change in response to cancer, with the hope that understanding these interactions will help create better treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project start | March 5, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $189,566 |
| NIH project number | 5P20GM152281-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11049034 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with cancer who may benefit from novel therapeutic approaches.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not seeking treatment for cancer may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the interactions between macromolecules, such as proteins and nucleic acids, which are crucial for maintaining cellular balance and responding to metabolic changes. By using advanced biophysical tools, the project aims to measure the size, composition, and dynamic behavior of these biomolecules to uncover their roles in cancer biology. Patients may benefit from insights gained through this research, as it could lead to improved anti-cancer therapies based on a better understanding of molecular mechanisms. The research will involve collaboration with various project leaders to ensure a comprehensive approach to studying these interactions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective anti-cancer therapies by providing a deeper understanding of how biomolecules function in cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using biophysical approaches to understand biomolecular interactions, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
Little Rock, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Raney, Kevin Douglas — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Raney, Kevin Douglas
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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.