Improving imaging techniques to analyze tumors and their environments
Advancing technologies for the collection and analysis of high dimensional immunoprofiles and tumor images
This study is exploring new imaging techniques to get a closer look at tumors and their nearby tissues, which could help doctors understand how cancer works and find better treatments for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard Medical School NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916286 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing imaging technologies to capture detailed profiles of tumors and their surrounding tissues. By utilizing a method called cyclic immunofluorescence (CyCIF), the team aims to analyze a wide range of protein markers from tumor samples, allowing for a better understanding of the tumor microenvironment. This approach enables researchers to visualize and study cell interactions at a very high resolution, which could lead to more effective cancer treatments. The project collaborates with multiple cancer centers to ensure comprehensive data collection and analysis.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with solid tumors who are undergoing treatment or have recently completed treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with non-solid tumors or those not currently receiving treatment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise cancer diagnoses and targeted therapies, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using similar high-resolution imaging techniques has shown promising results in understanding tumor biology and improving treatment strategies.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard Medical School — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lin, Jia-Ren — Harvard Medical School
- Study coordinator: Lin, Jia-Ren
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.