Understanding how cell growth leads to cell division
Determining how cell growth triggers cell division
This study looks at how the growth of yeast cells leads to their division and aims to understand how cell size affects this process, which could help us learn more about how our own cells grow and age.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11089966 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms by which cell growth triggers cell division, specifically using budding yeast as a model organism. The study aims to uncover how cell size is regulated and how this regulation impacts the cell cycle and cellular aging. By exploring the role of specific proteins and transcription factors, the research seeks to identify general principles that could apply to eukaryotic cells, including human cells. This work builds on previous discoveries and aims to deepen our understanding of cell cycle control and its implications for development and disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with conditions related to cellular growth and division, such as cancer or age-related disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to cell growth or division may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding cell division and its regulation, potentially impacting treatments for diseases related to cell growth and aging.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding cell cycle regulation in model organisms, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Skotheim, Jan M — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Skotheim, Jan M
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.