A facility for collecting and storing cancer samples
Tumor Model and Biospecimen Repository Core
This study is setting up a special center to collect and share blood and tumor samples from patients with head and neck cancer at MD Anderson, so researchers can use them to better understand and treat the disease while keeping everything safe and private for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10917408 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a centralized facility that collects, processes, stores, and distributes various biological samples, particularly from patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Patients diagnosed and treated at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center will contribute peripheral blood and tumor samples, which will be meticulously prepared and evaluated for research purposes. The facility aims to optimize the use of these samples by providing high-quality materials and expert analysis to researchers, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and patient privacy. This initiative supports ongoing cancer research by making valuable biological specimens available to investigators.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are patients diagnosed with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma who are receiving treatment at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers other than head and neck squamous cell carcinoma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of head and neck cancers and lead to improved diagnostic and treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully utilized similar biospecimen repositories to advance cancer research, indicating a strong potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: El-Naggar, Adel K. — University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: El-Naggar, Adel K.
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.