A new resource for studying how cancer drugs are absorbed and processed in the body
PITT-CAL ETCTN PK Resource Laboratory
This study is all about working together to better understand how cancer drugs move through the body, so we can improve treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Duarte, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11250285 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a collaborative laboratory resource to evaluate how anticancer drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in the body. By combining the expertise of two leading cancer pharmacology facilities, the project aims to enhance the understanding of drug behavior in patients undergoing treatment. The laboratory will analyze biological samples and perform detailed pharmacokinetic analyses to support the development of new cancer therapies. This integrated approach will help improve study designs and ensure timely reporting of results to clinical teams.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients participating in clinical trials of new anticancer drugs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently undergoing cancer treatment or are not involved in clinical trials may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in pharmacokinetic studies of anticancer agents, indicating that this approach is both validated and promising.
Where this research is happening
Duarte, United States
- Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope — Duarte, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Synold, Timothy W — Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope
- Study coordinator: Synold, Timothy W
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.