Understanding the human heart at a cellular level
Organ Specific Project - Heart
This study is exploring the different types of cells in the heart to better understand how they work together, which could help improve how we diagnose and treat heart diseases for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hosp of Philadelphia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877087 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the human heart, aiming to uncover the unique molecular signatures and interactions of different heart cells. By creating detailed atlases of the heart's cellular structure and function, the project will generate high-quality imaging and multi-omics data that spans the entire human lifespan. Patients can benefit from this research as it will provide insights into heart diseases and disorders, potentially leading to improved diagnostics and treatments. The project will also develop computational tools to analyze this complex data, making it accessible for further research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with various heart conditions or those interested in heart health across different ages.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cardiac conditions or those not interested in heart-related research may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment of heart diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using multi-omics approaches to study other organs, suggesting potential for similar breakthroughs in heart research.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Children's Hosp of Philadelphia — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pei, Liming — Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
- Study coordinator: Pei, Liming
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.