Innovative treatments for brain tumors
Center of Innovation for Brain Tumor Therapeutics
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER · NIH-10923849
This study is working on new treatments for glioblastoma, a tough brain tumor, by combining different scientific approaches to better understand how the tumor behaves and why it resists current drugs, with the goal of finding more effective therapies for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MAYO CLINIC ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10923849 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new therapies for glioblastoma, a challenging type of brain tumor that has seen no new drug approvals in over a decade. The team combines expertise from various fields, including systems biology and pharmacology, to understand the complexities of tumor behavior and drug resistance. By integrating insights from both laboratory studies and clinical practices, the project aims to create effective treatment strategies that can be translated into patient care. The research also explores how targeting specific cellular processes can enhance the effectiveness of existing therapies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with glioblastoma who may benefit from novel therapeutic approaches.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of brain tumors or those who are not diagnosed with glioblastoma may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for patients suffering from glioblastoma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing targeted therapies for glioblastoma, but this approach aims to build on those findings with a novel, integrated strategy.
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.