Collecting and analyzing tissue samples for colorectal cancer research
Official title: Core B: Biospecimen and Pathology Core
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10935392 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is gathering samples from colorectal cancer patients of different backgrounds to help us understand why some people are affected more than others, and it aims to use this information to improve care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $545,932 |
| NIH project number | 1P50CA285275-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10935392 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are colorectal cancer patients from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with colorectal cancer who do not belong to racially or ethnically diverse groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on establishing a comprehensive biospecimen repository specifically for colorectal cancer patients from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. It aims to collect, process, and analyze various biological samples, including blood, tumor tissues, and other bodily fluids, to better understand the disparities in colorectal cancer incidence and outcomes. Patients will benefit from the advanced laboratory technologies and expertise in biomarker analysis that will be utilized to enhance the understanding of this disease. The project involves collaboration among multiple institutions to ensure a robust and well-annotated collection of biospecimens.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of colorectal cancer, particularly for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in utilizing biospecimen repositories to advance cancer research, making this approach both promising and validated.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Koehne, Amanda L — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Koehne, Amanda L
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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.