Understanding how copper is transported and regulated in the body
Molecular Tools to Illuminate Copper Transport and Homeostasis
This study is looking at how our bodies handle copper, an important nutrient, to understand its role in health and diseases like Alzheimer's and Wilson's disease, with the hope of finding better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgia Institute of Technology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10807004 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the role of copper, an essential nutrient, in human health, particularly its transport and regulation within cells. It aims to develop molecular tools to study how copper is managed in the body under normal conditions and how this process is altered in diseases like Alzheimer's and Wilson's disease. By investigating the pathways involved in copper trafficking, the research seeks to uncover new insights that could lead to better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for conditions related to copper imbalance.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or other conditions related to copper metabolism disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to copper transport or metabolism may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new diagnostic and treatment options for neurodegenerative diseases associated with copper dysregulation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding copper's role in neurodegenerative diseases, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Georgia Institute of Technology — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fahrni, Christoph J — Georgia Institute of Technology
- Study coordinator: Fahrni, Christoph J
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.