Investigating tumor-derived vesicles for cancer diagnosis and monitoring
Integrative Functional Profiling of Tumor-Derived Extracellular Vesicles
This study is looking at tiny particles released by tumors to find better ways to diagnose cancer and track how well treatments are working, which could help doctors provide more personalized care for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922718 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing better biomarkers for cancer diagnosis and treatment monitoring by analyzing extracellular vesicles (EVs) derived from tumors. These vesicles, which are tiny particles released by cells, can provide important information about tumor dynamics in a non-invasive manner. The study aims to isolate and analyze these vesicles to understand their role in cancer progression and treatment response, potentially leading to improved precision medicine approaches for patients. By utilizing liquid biopsy techniques, the research seeks to enhance current methods for diagnosing and monitoring cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with breast cancer who are undergoing treatment or monitoring for their condition.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers other than breast cancer 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 accurate and non-invasive methods for diagnosing and monitoring cancer, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using extracellular vesicles for cancer diagnostics, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zeng, Yong — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Zeng, Yong
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.