Creating a resource of tissue samples for cancer research
Tissue Modeling & Drug Development Shared Resources Core
This study is collecting tissue samples from people, especially Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx individuals, to help researchers better understand cancer and develop new treatments that work for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931539 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on building a comprehensive archive of fixed and living tissue samples from diverse patient populations, particularly Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx individuals. The goal is to support cancer research by providing well-annotated samples that can be used for drug development and tissue modeling. Researchers will have access to various cancer cases, including pancreatic and prostate cancers, to facilitate the creation of patient-derived xenografts for further studies. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding of cancer disparities and improve treatment options for underrepresented groups.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx patients diagnosed with pancreatic or prostate cancer.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers not represented in the tissue archive or those outside the specified racial and ethnic groups may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments tailored to diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in utilizing biorepositories for cancer studies, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Okunieff, Paul — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Okunieff, Paul
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.