Real-time imaging of cancer cell metabolism using advanced microscopy techniques
High-content High-speed Chemical Imaging of Metabolic Reprogramming by Integration of Advanced Instrumentation and Data Science
This study is working on new ways to take pictures of how cancer cells use nutrients in real-time, which could help doctors find better treatments for cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004028 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative imaging techniques to visualize the metabolism of cancer cells in real-time. By integrating advanced instrumentation with data science, the team aims to create high-speed and high-sensitivity imaging platforms that can capture detailed molecular information from living cells and tissues. This approach will allow researchers to better understand how cancer cells metabolize nutrients and respond to treatments, potentially leading to improved therapeutic strategies. The multidisciplinary team includes experts in chemical imaging, computational microscopy, and cancer research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with various types of cancer, particularly those whose treatment involves understanding metabolic processes.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not undergoing treatment for cancer may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to breakthroughs in understanding cancer metabolism, which may improve treatment outcomes for patients with cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with advanced imaging techniques in cancer research, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University (Charles River Campus) — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cheng, Ji-Xin — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Cheng, Ji-Xin
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.