Understanding how membrane proteins process lipids and cannabinoids
Official title: Biochemistry of membrane proteins involved in lipid and cannabinoid metabolism
Funded at Georgia Institute of Technology · NIH-10765463 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain proteins in our cells work with fats and cannabis-like substances, hoping to find new ways to treat immune-related diseases that could help patients feel better.
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 start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $371,909 |
| NIH project number | 1R35GM152121-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10765463 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions related to lipid metabolism or immune system disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to lipid metabolism or immune system function may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the biochemical mechanisms by which membrane proteins metabolize lipids and cannabinoid-like substances. The team employs a variety of advanced techniques, including chemical synthesis, protein expression, and mass spectrometry, to explore how these proteins interact with lipids and the resulting metabolites. By identifying novel lipid metabolites and their pharmacological effects, the research aims to uncover new therapeutic targets for immune-related diseases. Patients may benefit from insights that could lead to innovative treatments based on lipid metabolism.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapies for diseases related to lipid metabolism and immune dysfunction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding lipid metabolism and its implications for health, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Das, Aditi — Georgia Institute of Technology
- Study coordinator: Das, Aditi
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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.