A resource for assessing human performance and health in cancer research
Official title: Human Biophysiology Shared Resource
Funded at University of Rochester · NIH-11014541 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping cancer researchers use your health information and samples to find better ways to prevent and treat cancer, so you and others can benefit from improved care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project start | March 15, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $78,324 |
| NIH project number | 1P30CA272302-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014541 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals undergoing cancer treatment or those at risk for cancer who are willing to provide biospecimens and health data.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently involved in cancer treatment or do not have a history of cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Human Biophysiology Shared Resource (HBSR) aims to enhance cancer research by providing advanced resources for evaluating human performance and physiology, analyzing biospecimens, and assessing clinical and biopsychosocial outcomes. This initiative supports the Wilmot Cancer Institute's Cancer Prevention and Control Research Program by assisting researchers at all stages of clinical trials, from conception to data analysis. Patients may benefit from the integration of their health data and biospecimens, which can lead to improved cancer prevention and treatment strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention and control strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in utilizing biospecimen analysis and human performance assessments in cancer studies, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rochester
Rochester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Janelsins, Michelle C — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Janelsins, Michelle C
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.