Collection and analysis of human biospecimens for cancer research
Biospecimen Core
This study is collecting samples and information from patients with head and neck cancer to help researchers learn more about the disease and find better treatments for it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889233 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the collection, storage, and distribution of human biospecimens, specifically targeting patients with head and neck cancer. It aims to gather detailed clinical, pathological, and demographic information alongside the biospecimens to support various cancer research projects. The core will also assist in maintaining cell lines and preparing samples for genomic and molecular pathology analyses. By facilitating these processes, the research aims to enhance the understanding of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma and improve future treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals diagnosed with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma who are willing to provide biospecimens.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of cancers or those not diagnosed with head and neck cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for patients with head and neck cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in utilizing biospecimen cores to advance cancer research, indicating that this approach is both established and effective.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rimm, David L — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Rimm, David L
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.