Combining pathology and imaging services to improve prostate cancer research
Official title: Core 1: Integrated Pathology and Radiology Core (iPRC)
Funded at University of Wisconsin-Madison · NIH-10899414 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping researchers learn more about prostate cancer by combining tissue samples and imaging techniques, so they can better understand tumors and how patients respond to treatments, ultimately aiming to improve care for those affected by the disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $323,947 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA269011-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899414 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer who are seeking advanced treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not diagnosed with prostate cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Integrated Pathology Radiology Core (iPRC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison focuses on enhancing prostate cancer research by providing expert pathology and imaging services. This core integrates high-quality biospecimens with advanced imaging techniques to ensure reliable data collection and analysis. By linking pathology data with radiologic imaging, the iPRC aims to improve the understanding of tumor characteristics and treatment responses. This collaborative approach supports researchers in generating clinically significant findings that could lead to better patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for prostate cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in integrating pathology and imaging services in cancer studies, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huang, Wei — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Huang, Wei
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.