Personalized Treatment for Breast Cancer
Leveraging genetic mapping for personalized targeting of breast cancer microenvironment
This research aims to understand how inherited factors influence breast cancer and its surrounding environment to develop more personalized treatment approaches for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11136432 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Breast cancer often runs in families, and this project explores how inherited genetic differences affect not only the cancer cells themselves but also the tissue around the tumor. By understanding these genetic influences, we hope to find new ways to target breast cancer more effectively. We are using advanced models to identify specific genetic factors that impact how tumors grow, spread, and respond to therapies. The ultimate goal is to create treatments tailored to each patient's unique genetic makeup.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with breast cancer, particularly those interested in how their genetic background might influence their disease and treatment options, could potentially benefit from future applications of this research.
Not a fit: Patients without breast cancer or those whose cancer is not influenced by the specific genetic factors being studied may not directly benefit from this particular research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new, more effective, and personalized treatments for breast cancer patients by targeting the specific genetic factors that drive their disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous work in this project has already identified key genetic factors and their role in tumor growth and therapy response, suggesting a promising foundation for this continued research.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joshi, Amit — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Joshi, Amit
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.