New imaging technology to help surgeons locate and remove tumors more effectively
Dual orthogonal fluorescent protease sensors for image guided surgery
This study is testing a new tool that helps surgeons see tumors better during surgery, which could make it easier to remove all the cancer and lower the chances of it coming back, and it's designed for patients having surgery for cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10457944 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced fluorescent sensors that can help surgeons identify tumors during surgery. By using specialized optical probes that react to specific enzymes found in the tumor environment, the technology aims to provide real-time imaging of cancerous tissues. This approach seeks to improve the accuracy of tumor removal and reduce the chances of cancer recurrence after surgery. Patients undergoing surgical treatment for cancer may benefit from this innovative imaging technique.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing surgical procedures for cancer treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing surgery or those with non-cancerous conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise tumor removals and lower rates of cancer recurrence for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using optical imaging techniques for surgical guidance, indicating a potential for success with this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bogyo, Matthew — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Bogyo, Matthew
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.