A resource for collecting and analyzing tissue and blood samples for cancer research
Core A: Biospecimen Repository and Pathology
This study is creating a collection of tissue and blood samples from cancer patients to help researchers better understand tumors and improve treatments, making it easier to find the right samples for different studies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10848817 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a biospecimen repository that collects, annotates, stores, and distributes tissue and blood samples from patients involved in cancer research protocols. It aims to provide expert evaluations of tumor samples and assist in selecting appropriate tissues for various studies. The core will also facilitate advanced techniques such as immunohistochemistry and fluorescence in situ hybridization to assess tumor responses to therapies. By creating tissue microarrays and systematically analyzing tumor samples, this project supports both basic and translational cancer research efforts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with cancer who are enrolled in specific research protocols.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or those not participating in related research protocols may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of cancer biology and improve treatment strategies for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar biospecimen repositories have shown success in advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Antonescu, Cristina R — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Antonescu, Cristina R
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.