Creating a central resource for head and neck cancer specimens
Colorado HNC SPORE Biospecimen/Pathology Core
This study is creating a special collection of tissue samples and fluids from people with head and neck cancer to help researchers learn more about the disease and find better treatments, and it’s all done with care and respect for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10915620 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research establishes a central repository for tissue specimens and body fluids related to head and neck cancer. It aims to collect, analyze, and distribute these specimens to support various studies that enhance our understanding of the disease's mechanisms and improve treatment options. The project collaborates with existing biobanking facilities to ensure high-quality specimen collection and processing, while also gathering important clinical and biological data. Patients' specimens will be collected under approved protocols, ensuring ethical standards are met.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with head and neck cancer who are willing to provide tissue and fluid samples.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of cancers or those who do not have head and neck cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and better management of head and neck cancer for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar biobanking efforts have shown success in advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lucia, M. Scott — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Lucia, M. Scott
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.