Understanding zebrafish development and genetics
Official title: Zebrafish Development and Genetics
Funded at Marine Biological Laboratory · NIH-11049125 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is a two-week course for graduate students and researchers to learn about zebrafish development and genetics through hands-on activities, helping them understand how these fish grow and heal, which could lead to better insights into birth defects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Marine Biological Laboratory NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Woods Hole, United States) |
| Project start | March 5, 2024 |
| Project end | February 28, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $157,439 |
| NIH project number | 5R25HD114553-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11049125 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are advanced graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and independent investigators interested in developmental biology and genetics.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in academic research or do not have a background in biology may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research involves an intensive two-week course at the Marine Biological Laboratory that teaches advanced graduate students and researchers about zebrafish development and genetics. Participants will engage in hands-on laboratory exercises and interactive workshops focusing on embryogenesis, organogenesis, and regeneration. The course covers essential techniques such as microscopy, microinjection, and genome editing, emphasizing best practices for reproducibility. By learning from leading experts, participants will gain valuable insights into the mechanisms of development and potential applications in understanding congenital abnormalities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of developmental processes and lead to improved treatments for birth defects and other developmental disorders.
How similar studies have gone: This approach has been successful in previous iterations of the course, which has been running for 24 years and is the only one of its kind worldwide.
Where this research is happening
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Marine Biological Laboratory
Woods Hole, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hyman, Linda E — Marine Biological Laboratory
- Study coordinator: Hyman, Linda E
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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.