Understanding how glycosaminoglycans are formed in cells
Investigating the molecular mechanisms of glycosaminoglycan assembly
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA · NIH-11092278
This study is looking at how certain sugars made by our cells, called glycosaminoglycans, are produced and how they help our cells communicate and grow, which could give us important clues about health and diseases.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ATHENS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11092278 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to uncover the complex processes involved in the production of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), which are essential carbohydrates found on all animal cells. By studying the enzymes responsible for GAG biosynthesis, the research will explore how these molecules influence cell signaling and development. The project will utilize advanced techniques to analyze the structure and function of GAGs, providing insights into their role in various cellular processes and how they can affect health and disease.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions that may involve dysregulation of glycosaminoglycan function, such as certain cancers or developmental disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to glycosaminoglycan metabolism or function may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic strategies for diseases related to cell signaling and tissue development.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific mechanisms of glycosaminoglycan assembly are still being explored, previous research has shown that understanding carbohydrate biosynthesis can lead to significant advancements in treating related diseases.
Where this research is happening
ATHENS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA — ATHENS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WEISS, RYAN JOSEPH — UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
- Study coordinator: WEISS, RYAN JOSEPH
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.
Conditions: Cancers