Understanding how movement is controlled in health and disease
Official title: Neural basis of movement in health and disease
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10930140 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how our bodies control movement and what happens when that control is affected by neurological disorders or injuries, using tiny worms to learn more about how movement works, which could eventually help people with movement problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | September 14, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $45,473 |
| NIH project number | 5F99NS135767-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930140 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing movement disorders or neurological conditions that affect locomotion.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-neurological conditions or those who do not experience movement-related issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the molecular mechanisms that govern movement and how these processes can be disrupted by neurological disorders and injuries. By using advanced techniques such as genetics and imaging, the study focuses on understanding motor regulation in living animals, specifically the model organism C. elegans. The research aims to uncover essential principles of locomotor behavior development and adaptation, which could lead to new insights into movement disorders. The findings may help identify potential therapeutic targets for improving movement in affected individuals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments for movement disorders, enhancing the quality of life for patients affected by such conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using model organisms like C. elegans to uncover fundamental principles of movement, suggesting that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hassinan, Cera — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Hassinan, Cera
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.