Understanding how genetics and data science can improve knowledge of aging and regeneration
Official title: Comparative Genomics and Data Science Core
Funded at Mount Desert Island Biological Lab · NIH-10933849 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how our genes change as we age and heal, to help scientists find new ways to treat age-related health issues, which could ultimately benefit patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mount Desert Island Biological Lab NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salsbury Cove, United States) |
| Project start | July 5, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $287,134 |
| NIH project number | 1P30GM154610-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933849 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals interested in the biological mechanisms of aging or those affected by age-related conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute, non-age-related conditions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on the integration of computational genomics and bioinformatics to enhance our understanding of aging and regeneration. It aims to analyze large genomic datasets, including those related to gene expression and epigenetic changes, to uncover insights into how these factors influence biological processes over time. By providing essential support in experimental design and data analysis, the project seeks to empower researchers in their investigations of aging and regenerative biology. Patients may benefit from the findings as they could lead to new therapeutic strategies targeting age-related conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding aging and regenerative processes, potentially resulting in new treatments for age-related diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in computational genomics and bioinformatics has shown promise in enhancing our understanding of aging and regeneration, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
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Mount Desert Island Biological Lab
Salsbury Cove, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Graber, Joel H — Mount Desert Island Biological Lab
- Study coordinator: Graber, Joel H
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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.