Investigating how chronic inflammation affects breast cancer development
A multi-omics approach to evaluate the role of chronic inflammation in breast cancer development
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL · NIH-11021056
This study is looking at how long-term inflammation and what we eat can affect the risk of developing aggressive breast cancer, especially in women with certain types of tumors, to help find better ways to prevent cancer through diet and lifestyle changes.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11021056 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to explore the connection between chronic inflammation and the development of aggressive forms of breast cancer by integrating dietary and lifestyle factors with advanced multi-omics data. Researchers will analyze data from the Nurses’ Health Study to identify how pro-inflammatory diets may increase breast cancer risk, particularly for estrogen receptor negative tumors. By combining various biological data and advanced statistical techniques, the study seeks to uncover the biological pathways that contribute to breast cancer etiology and enhance precision nutrition strategies for cancer prevention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include women with a history of chronic inflammation or those at high risk for aggressive breast cancer subtypes.
Not a fit: Patients with non-aggressive forms of breast cancer or those without chronic inflammation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary recommendations and preventive strategies for breast cancer, particularly for high-risk individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of diet and inflammation in cancer development, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ROMANOS-NANCLARES, ANDREA — BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S HOSPITAL
- Study coordinator: ROMANOS-NANCLARES, ANDREA
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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