Collecting and analyzing human tissues for cancer research
Official title: Translational Pathology Core
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10917045 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is collecting tissue samples from cancer patients to help researchers learn more about different types of cancer, like gliomas and pancreatic cancer, while making sure everything is done safely and respectfully.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 14, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $174,691 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA269022-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917045 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with brain, breast, or pancreatic cancers who are undergoing surgical procedures.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not undergoing surgery may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on gathering human tissue samples linked with clinical data to support cancer research initiatives. The Translational Pathology Core will ensure that these samples are collected ethically and with patient confidentiality in mind. Expert pathologists will review the tissues to provide accurate diagnoses and insights, which will be shared with researchers working on specific cancer projects. This collaborative effort aims to enhance the understanding of various cancers, including gliomas and pancreatic cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic methods and treatment options for cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has successfully utilized similar tissue collection and analysis methods to advance cancer treatment and understanding.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Giordano, Thomas James — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Giordano, Thomas James
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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.