Understanding lung function at the cellular level in health and disease
Probing functioning lung at the cellular resolution in health and disease
This study is looking at how lung cells react to things like pollution and germs, using special techniques to see what's happening in real-time, with the hope of finding new ways to help treat lung diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10473112 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the lungs function at a cellular level, particularly in response to various stresses such as pollutants and pathogens. By using advanced techniques to observe lung cells in real-time, the study aims to uncover the dynamics of respiratory processes, immune responses, and disease progression. This approach seeks to fill the gaps left by traditional methods that only provide static snapshots of lung conditions. Ultimately, the goal is to identify new therapeutic targets for treating pulmonary diseases.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals suffering from pulmonary diseases or those at risk due to environmental factors.
Not a fit: Patients with stable lung conditions who are not experiencing any disease progression may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective treatments for various lung diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques to study lung dynamics, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University (Charles River Campus) — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nia, Hadi Tavakoli — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Nia, Hadi Tavakoli
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.