Understanding how neutrophils help heal wounds

Neutrophil heterogeneity and plasticity in wound healing

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON · NIH-10894247

This study is looking at how certain immune cells called neutrophils help heal wounds, especially after severe burns, to find out how they change over time and how that might help doctors improve treatments for patients with serious injuries.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON (nih funded)
Locations1 site (MADISON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10894247 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the different types of neutrophils, which are key immune cells, and how they function in various tissues during the wound healing process. By using advanced techniques like single-cell profiling and bioinformatics, the study aims to map out the specific roles and behaviors of neutrophils in response to injuries, particularly severe burn injuries. The goal is to identify how these cells change over time and how their characteristics can predict complications in healing. This could lead to better treatment strategies for patients with severe wounds.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced severe burn injuries and are undergoing treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with minor injuries or those not experiencing complications from wounds may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve wound healing outcomes and reduce complications for patients with severe burn injuries.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding immune cell behavior in wound healing, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

MADISON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Burn injury

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