Understanding how cells communicate directionally during development
Long-range coordination of planar polarity
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-11122257
This study is looking at how cells communicate and work together during development, which is important for preventing serious issues like heart defects, and it aims to understand how certain signals help cells stay organized and move in the right direction to form healthy organs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11122257 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the Planar Cell Polarity (PCP) pathway, which is crucial for cells to share directional information and coordinate their movements during embryonic development. By examining how disruptions in this signaling can lead to serious developmental disorders, such as congenital heart defects, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms behind cell behavior and communication. The study will explore the role of directional cues that help cells align their polarity over large tissue areas, which is essential for proper organ formation. Through advanced modeling and analysis, the research seeks to identify how these cues influence cellular organization and movement.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with congenital heart defects or related developmental disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with fully developed and functioning organs, or those without congenital conditions, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and potential therapies for congenital heart defects and other developmental disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding cell signaling pathways, making this approach a continuation of established scientific inquiry.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CETERA, MAUREEN PATRICIA — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: CETERA, MAUREEN PATRICIA
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.
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