Understanding how spatially organized cells relate to diseases and drug responses
Official title: Multi-modal insights of spatially distributed cells with associations of diseases and drug response
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-10901892 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how different cells in the body work together and how that affects diseases like Alzheimer's and how well treatments work, with the goal of finding better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | August 10, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $381,250 |
| NIH project number | 5R35GM151089-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10901892 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias who are seeking new treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with early-stage cognitive impairment or those without a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex interactions between different types of cells in the body and how these interactions influence diseases like Alzheimer's and responses to treatments. By utilizing advanced spatial technologies, the project aims to gather detailed information about individual cells and their locations within tissues. The researchers will develop innovative machine learning and statistical methods to analyze this data, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of the biological processes involved in disease and therapy. Ultimately, this work seeks to enhance precision medicine by identifying specific biomarkers that can improve disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and effective treatments for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using multi-modal approaches to understand complex diseases, indicating potential for success in this novel investigation.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Song, Qianqian — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Song, Qianqian
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.