Understanding tissue and cellular changes in skeletal diseases
Histology, Biomechanics, and Human Tissue Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS · NIH-11042846
This study is looking at how changes in bones and tissues can lead to skeletal diseases, using samples from people having hip replacement surgeries and mice, to help find better ways to treat these conditions for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11042846 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on characterizing the tissue and cellular changes that contribute to skeletal diseases in both humans and mice. It offers high-quality histology services to identify the cellular basis of musculoskeletal changes, conducts biomechanical testing to assess the strength and quality of bones, and provides access to human tissue samples from patients undergoing hip replacement surgeries. By integrating these services, the research aims to enhance understanding of skeletal diseases and improve treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from the insights gained through this research, which could lead to better management of their conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients undergoing hip replacement surgeries or those with skeletal diseases who can provide tissue samples.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to skeletal diseases or those not undergoing surgical procedures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and management strategies for patients with skeletal diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using biomechanical and histological analyses to understand skeletal diseases, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS — LITTLE ROCK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: XIONG, JINHU — UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS
- Study coordinator: XIONG, JINHU
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.