Evaluating new treatments for brain tumors
Therapy Evaluation Core
This study is looking for new treatments for brain tumors, especially glioblastoma, to see how well they work and how safe they are for patients before moving on to larger tests.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10923869 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on identifying and testing promising new therapies for patients with brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma. It involves pre-clinical evaluations to determine how well potential drugs can reach brain tumors and how effective they are at treating them. The research will also assess the safety and tolerability of these treatments in early-phase clinical trials, ensuring that they are suitable for further testing in larger trials. By integrating data from these studies, the research aims to make informed decisions about which therapies should advance to more extensive testing.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with glioblastoma or other advanced brain tumors.
Not a fit: Patients with non-malignant brain conditions or those not diagnosed with brain tumors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for patients with aggressive brain tumors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in evaluating novel therapies for brain tumors, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in treatment.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sarkaria, Jann N. — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Sarkaria, Jann N.
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.