Understanding the genetic features of sea stars and other echinoderms
Official title: Improved Annotation of Echinoderm Genomic Features
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-11304884 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the genes of sea stars and sea urchins to learn more about their biology and evolution, which could be interesting for anyone who loves marine life or is affected by issues related to ocean ecosystems.
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 | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $82,483 |
| NIH project number | 7P41HD095831-08 |
| Project ID | NIH-11304884 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit would include individuals with a strong interest in marine biology or those involved in conservation efforts related to marine ecosystems.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not interested in marine biology or who do not have a connection to marine ecosystems may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the understanding of the genomic features of echinoderms, such as sea stars and sea urchins. By improving the annotation of their genomes, the project aims to provide valuable insights into their biology and evolutionary history. This work may involve advanced genomic sequencing techniques and bioinformatics tools to analyze genetic data. Patients interested in marine biology or those affected by conditions related to marine ecosystems may find the outcomes of this research relevant.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a better understanding of echinoderm biology, which may have implications for environmental health and conservation efforts.
How similar studies have gone: While this research focuses on a specific group of marine organisms, similar genomic annotation projects have shown success in other species, indicating potential for valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hinman, Veronica Frances — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Hinman, Veronica Frances
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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.