Detecting HPV in saliva for easier diagnosis
Official title: Point of care detection of HPV in saliva
Funded at Innotech Precision Medicine, INC · NIH-10761543 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, easy-to-use test that can quickly check for high-risk HPV in saliva, helping to catch throat cancer early, especially for those at higher risk, so they can get the care they need sooner.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Innotech Precision Medicine, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2023 |
| Project end | September 11, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $329,737 |
| NIH project number | 1R43DE033312-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10761543 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include young, sexually active individuals with multiple partners who are at high risk for HPV infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not sexually active or those who do not fall into high-risk categories for HPV may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new diagnostic tool that can quickly and accurately detect high-risk HPV in saliva, which is crucial for early diagnosis of oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). By using a point-of-care (POC) approach, the test aims to provide results faster and at a lower cost compared to traditional methods that require samples to be sent to laboratories. This innovative platform could significantly improve screening for high-risk groups, allowing for timely intervention and better patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a rapid and cost-effective method for early detection of HPV, potentially reducing the incidence and mortality of related cancers.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using saliva for HPV detection, indicating that this approach could be a viable alternative to traditional testing methods.
Where this research is happening
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Innotech Precision Medicine, INC
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Khosravi-Far, Roya — Innotech Precision Medicine, INC
- Study coordinator: Khosravi-Far, Roya
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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Recognize OPSCC: a saliva test to spot HPV-related throat cancer early
A quick, saliva-based test used in doctors’ offices could detect HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer (OPSCC) in minutes, helping people get faster care.
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Point-of-care saliva test for head and neck cancer using AI support
A new saliva-based test aims to quickly detect head and neck cancer at places like clinics, dental offices, or mobile clinics, with AI-assisted guidance to help clinicians decide next steps.
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.