Collecting and processing tissue samples from pancreatic cancer patients
Core B: Biospecimen Core
This study is collecting samples like tumor cells, healthy tissue, and blood from people with pancreatic cancer at different stages to help researchers learn more about the disease and find better treatments in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916356 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the systematic collection and processing of clinical specimens from patients diagnosed with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). It aims to gather various types of biospecimens, including tumor cells, normal pancreatic tissue, and blood samples, throughout different stages of the disease. The specimens will be meticulously processed and stored to support future translational research, which may lead to better understanding and treatment of pancreatic cancer. Patients will have their samples collected at initial diagnosis, during treatment, and at follow-up visits to ensure comprehensive data collection.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who are undergoing treatment or follow-up care.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of cancer or those who do not have a diagnosis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the understanding of pancreatic cancer and lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in utilizing biospecimen collections for advancing cancer treatment and understanding, indicating that this approach is both valuable and tested.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fields, Ryan C — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Fields, Ryan C
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.