Collecting and supplying human tissue samples for biomedical research
Cooperative Human Tissue Network Eastern Division
This study is all about helping researchers get the human tissue samples they need to better understand diseases, so they can find new ways to help people like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11061369 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Cooperative Human Tissue Network (CHTN) focuses on collecting high-quality human biospecimens to support biomedical research. This initiative provides essential tissue samples to over 1000 researchers, enabling them to conduct studies that could lead to significant advancements in understanding various diseases. The CHTN Eastern Division at the University of Pennsylvania aims to maintain and enhance its operations to ensure the availability of well-characterized samples while offering personalized support to researchers. By leveraging local resources and innovative approaches, the CHTN ensures that researchers have access to the materials they need for their investigations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals who are willing to donate tissue samples for biomedical research purposes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible to donate tissue samples or who do not have conditions that require research on human biospecimens may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of various diseases through improved access to human tissue samples.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives utilizing biobanks and tissue repositories have shown significant success in advancing medical knowledge and treatment options.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Montone, Kathleen T. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Montone, Kathleen T.
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.