Understanding the history of cell behavior through gene activity

Genome-wide assessment of transcriptional state history

['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER · NIH-11128771

This study is looking at how cells change and behave over time by examining their genes, which could help us understand diseases like cancer better and find new ways to treat them.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER (nih funded)
Locations1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-11128771 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how cells change over time by analyzing their gene activity. It aims to create a comprehensive record of a cell's transcriptional history, which is crucial for understanding how cells function in health and disease. By using advanced technologies like next-generation sequencing, the study will track the lineage and past states of cells, providing insights that current methods cannot achieve. This could lead to better treatment strategies for various conditions, particularly in cancer.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with conditions that involve significant cellular changes, such as cancer patients.

Not a fit: Patients with stable, non-progressive conditions that do not involve cellular changes may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments by providing deeper insights into how cells behave and adapt over time.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced sequencing technologies to understand cellular behavior, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Aurora, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: cancer metastasis

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