Understanding how skin develops and heals
Channel activity during skin morphogenesis
This study is looking at how electricity in our bodies helps skin grow and heal, especially by understanding how certain channels affect skin features in birds, which could lead to better treatments for wounds and skin regeneration for people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11026450 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms that control skin development and regeneration, focusing on the role of bioelectricity in these processes. By studying how calcium channels influence skin appendage formation and pigmentation patterns in birds, the research aims to uncover new insights into tissue architecture. The approach combines biochemical signaling with bioelectric activity to explore how these factors interact during skin morphogenesis. Patients may benefit from advancements in wound healing and skin regeneration techniques derived from this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals with skin injuries or conditions that impair skin healing.
Not a fit: Patients with non-skin related conditions or those not experiencing issues with skin regeneration may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for skin injuries and conditions affecting skin regeneration.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the role of bioelectricity in development and regeneration, suggesting that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Widelitz, Randall Bruce — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Widelitz, Randall Bruce
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.