A network for collecting and providing human tissue samples for cancer research
The Cooperative Human Tissue Network Midwestern Division (CHTN MWD)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11061343
This study is all about gathering tissue samples from patients who agree to donate them, so researchers can use these samples to better understand cancer and develop personalized treatments that work best for each individual.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11061343 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on organizing and managing a network that collects human tissue samples from patients who have consented to donate their biospecimens. These samples will be used for basic and early translational cancer research, as well as for studies aimed at identifying biomarkers that can support personalized medicine. The project involves multiple hospitals and institutions working together to ensure high-quality biospecimen collection, storage, and distribution for various research purposes. Patients' samples will be collected under strict ethical guidelines to facilitate advancements in cancer treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are adult patients undergoing cancer treatment who are willing to donate their tissue samples for research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing cancer treatment or those who do not consent to donate their tissue samples may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer treatments tailored to individual patients based on their unique biological markers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have successfully advanced cancer treatment by utilizing biospecimens for biomarker discovery and personalized medicine.
Where this research is happening
Columbus, UNITED STATES
- OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY — Columbus, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: PARWANI, ANIL V — OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: PARWANI, ANIL V
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.
Conditions: anti-cancer therapy