Understanding the role of protein phosphatases in cell signaling
Official title: Protein Phosphatases
Funded at Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology · NIH-11000054 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is bringing together scientists to talk about important proteins that help keep our cells healthy and how they might be linked to diseases, with the hope of finding new ways to treat these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $17,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13CA294851-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000054 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients with conditions related to cellular signaling abnormalities, such as certain cancers or cardiovascular diseases, may benefit from the findings of this research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated health conditions or those not affected by cellular signaling issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on protein phosphatases, which are crucial enzymes that help regulate cellular signaling by counteracting the effects of protein kinases. The project involves organizing a conference that brings together researchers to discuss the latest findings on these enzymes, their functions, and their implications in various diseases. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among scientists, the conference aims to enhance understanding of how protein phosphatases contribute to cellular homeostasis and disease mechanisms. This initiative will also highlight new therapeutic targets that could emerge from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and therapeutic strategies for diseases linked to protein phosphatase dysfunction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research on protein kinases have shown significant advancements, suggesting that similar approaches for protein phosphatases could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sears, Rosalie C — Federation of Amer Soc for Exper Biology
- Study coordinator: Sears, Rosalie C
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.