Advanced techniques for analyzing cancer cells and tissues
Core D: Digital Pathology and CyTOF
This study is looking at cancer tissues using advanced technology to better understand how tumors and the immune system interact, which could help improve treatments for cancer patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11146719 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on utilizing cutting-edge digital pathology and mass cytometry technologies to perform detailed single-cell proteomic profiling of cancer tissues. By employing advanced imaging and analysis methods, the project aims to enhance our understanding of the tumor microenvironment and immune responses in cancer. Patients' human and mouse tissue samples will be analyzed over a five-year period to gather insights that could lead to improved cancer immunotherapy strategies. The core facility is equipped with state-of-the-art instruments to ensure high-quality data collection and analysis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing treatment for various types of cancer who are willing to provide tissue samples for analysis.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those who do not have available tissue samples may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments by providing deeper insights into how tumors interact with the immune system.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using similar high-dimensional profiling techniques has shown promising results in understanding cancer biology and improving treatment outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anders, Robert a. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Anders, Robert a.
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.