Understanding proteins that help the heart function properly
Cardiac Myocyte Protein Partners in Heart Function
This study is looking at how certain proteins in heart muscle cells help keep your heart working properly, especially for people with cardiomyopathy, to better understand heart problems and find new ways to treat them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11076252 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of specific proteins in heart muscle cells that are crucial for maintaining normal heart function and rhythm. It focuses on cardiomyopathy, a condition that can lead to heart failure and arrhythmias, by examining how proteins like Vinculin and Zonula Occludens contribute to the connections between heart cells. The study aims to uncover the mechanisms behind these proteins to improve our understanding of cardiac diseases and potentially identify new treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from insights gained about genetic factors that contribute to heart conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals over 21 years old who have been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy or related cardiac conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiac related health issues or those under 21 years old may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools and treatments for patients with heart diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of cardiac proteins in heart function, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ross, Robert Scott — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Ross, Robert Scott
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.