How diet affects cancer progression and treatment responses.
Diet-mediated regulation of fatty acid saturation impacts cancer progression and therapy responses.
['FUNDING_U01'] · VAN ANDEL RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-11061083
This study is looking at how what you eat can affect cancer growth and treatment success, with the goal of finding better diet tips for people with cancer to help them feel better and improve their treatment outcomes.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VAN ANDEL RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (GRAND RAPIDS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11061083 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of dietary choices on cancer progression and the effectiveness of cancer therapies. It aims to understand the molecular mechanisms by which diet influences tumor metabolism and patient outcomes, particularly after a cancer diagnosis. By exploring how different dietary components interact with cancer treatments, the study seeks to develop tailored nutritional strategies that could enhance the efficacy of existing therapies. The research will focus on the relationship between dietary fats and cancer cell behavior, providing insights that could lead to improved dietary recommendations for cancer patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cancer patients who are interested in modifying their diet to potentially enhance their treatment responses.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or those who are not interested in dietary changes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized dietary recommendations that improve cancer treatment outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of diet in cancer treatment, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
GRAND RAPIDS, UNITED STATES
- VAN ANDEL RESEARCH INSTITUTE — GRAND RAPIDS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LIEN, EVAN CHEN — VAN ANDEL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: LIEN, EVAN CHEN
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.
Conditions: anti-cancer, anti-cancer therapy, cancer cell, cancer cell metabolism, cancer diagnosis