Understanding how genetic variations affect human development and aging
Official title: Somatic Mosaicism in Human Development, Aging, and Diseases
Funded at Keystone Symposia · NIH-11074303 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is bringing together experts to talk about how having different genetic cells in the same person can affect our growth and aging, helping us learn more about how these variations might be connected to health and diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Keystone Symposia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Silverthorne, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2025 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $13,300 |
| NIH project number | 1R13HG014113-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11074303 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in the genetic aspects of aging and diseases, particularly those who may have conditions influenced by somatic mosaicism.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no interest in genetic research or those not affected by conditions related to aging or genetic variations may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on a conference that will explore somatic mosaicism, which refers to the presence of genetically different cells within the same individual. The conference aims to gather experts from various fields such as genetics, bioinformatics, and aging biology to discuss how these genetic variations influence human development and aging processes. By analyzing genetic variations at a single-cell level, researchers hope to uncover important links between genes and diseases. This collaborative effort will enhance our understanding of how somatic mosaicism impacts health throughout a person's life.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into genetic factors that influence aging and disease, potentially improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While the study of somatic mosaicism is relatively novel, there is growing interest and preliminary success in related genetic research areas.
Where this research is happening
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Keystone Symposia
Silverthorne, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheppard, Terry L. — Keystone Symposia
- Study coordinator: Sheppard, Terry L.
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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.