Finding new ways to treat pancreatic cancer using the body's natural rhythms
Official title: Discovery of Chronotherapeutic Candidate Targets in Pancreatic Cancer
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-11127029 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how your body's natural daily rhythms can help make treatments for pancreatic cancer more effective, by finding the best times to give therapies based on how your tumor behaves.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | June 10, 2025 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $312,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R03OD039982-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11127029 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma who are seeking innovative treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other types of cancer or those who are not diagnosed with pancreatic cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how the body's internal clock, which regulates daily biological processes, can be harnessed to improve treatments for pancreatic cancer. By analyzing data from various biological databases, the team aims to identify specific patterns in tumor behavior that align with these natural rhythms. The goal is to develop targeted therapies that can be administered at optimal times to enhance their effectiveness against pancreatic cancer. This approach, known as chronotherapy, seeks to personalize treatment based on the unique characteristics of each patient's tumor.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for patients with pancreatic cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using chronotherapy for other cancers, suggesting potential for success in this novel application for pancreatic cancer.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bishehsari, Faraz — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Bishehsari, Faraz
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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.