Advancing understanding of pancreatic diseases
Official title: PancreasFest 2024
Funded at Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr · NIH-10995115 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together top doctors to share the latest ideas and treatments for pancreatic diseases like pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, so that patients can benefit from new discoveries and better care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $9,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13DK141076-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10995115 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals diagnosed with pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated digestive disorders or those not diagnosed with pancreatic diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing knowledge about pancreatic diseases, particularly pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, through collaborative efforts among clinical centers of excellence. It involves regular meetings of experts to critically review advancements in medical, endoscopic, and surgical management of these conditions. The initiative aims to translate new scientific discoveries into clinical trials and practice, fostering a network that supports junior physician scientists in the field of pancreatology. Patients may benefit from the insights and advancements generated through these collaborative discussions and research efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments and management strategies for patients suffering from pancreatic diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of PancreasFest have successfully fostered collaborative research and advancements in the field, indicating a strong potential for continued success.
Where this research is happening
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Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Abu-El-Haija, Maisam — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Abu-El-Haija, Maisam
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.