Using carbon quantum dots to protect neurons from pesticide damage
Development and testing of Carbon Quantum Dot architectures to arrest neurotoxicant-insult- related outcomes
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL PASO · NIH-11037689
This study is looking at how tiny particles called carbon quantum dots might help protect brain cells from damage caused by pesticides and other harmful substances, and it's for anyone interested in finding new ways to treat conditions that affect brain health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL PASO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EL PASO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11037689 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how carbon quantum dots (CQDs) can help restore cellular balance and prevent damage to neurons caused by exposure to pesticides and other environmental toxins. The study will use advanced imaging techniques to track how these CQDs interact with cells and their effects on neuronal health in both laboratory cell lines and model organisms like C. elegans. By understanding the mechanisms through which CQDs operate, the research aims to provide insights into potential treatments for neurodegenerative conditions linked to toxic exposures.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with neurodegenerative disorders or those who have been exposed to neurotoxic substances.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of exposure to neurotoxicants or neurodegenerative conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new therapeutic strategies for protecting neurons from damage caused by environmental toxins.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of carbon quantum dots in neuroprotection is a novel approach, preliminary studies have shown promise in related areas of research.
Where this research is happening
EL PASO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL PASO — EL PASO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NARAYAN, MAHESH — UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS EL PASO
- Study coordinator: NARAYAN, MAHESH
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.