Automated creation of tissue microarrays for research
Official title: Pathology Shared Resource Equipment for Automated Construction of Tissue Microarrays
Funded at University of Colorado Denver · NIH-10986734 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating new automated tools to make it easier to prepare tissue samples for research, which will help doctors better understand diseases and improve how they diagnose them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $233,662 |
| NIH project number | 1R24OD037687-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10986734 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals undergoing diagnostic procedures that involve tissue sampling or those involved in clinical trials related to cancer and other diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have tissue samples collected or are not involved in related clinical trials may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the capabilities of the Pathology Shared Resource (PSR) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus by developing automated equipment for constructing tissue microarrays. These microarrays are essential for analyzing various tissue samples, which can help in understanding diseases and improving diagnostic methods. The PSR provides access to a wide range of services, including biospecimen collection, histology, and molecular testing, all aimed at supporting clinical and translational research. By streamlining the process of tissue microarray construction, the research aims to facilitate more efficient and effective studies in pathology and related fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic techniques and better understanding of diseases through enhanced tissue analysis.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives utilizing automated tissue microarray construction have shown promise in improving diagnostic accuracy and efficiency, indicating a positive outlook for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Van Bokhoven, Adrie — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Van Bokhoven, Adrie
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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.