Refurbishing laboratory buildings for expanded research capabilities
FY22 - APA BUILDINGS - BUILDING 2
This project is all about fixing up one of the empty buildings at the National Cancer Institute to create better lab space for cancer research, helping scientists find new ways to treat and diagnose cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Frederick, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10717471 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on refurbishing one of four existing vacant APA buildings to enhance laboratory space for the National Cancer Institute's Division of Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis. The refurbishment aims to meet the growing requirements for advanced research capabilities at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. By upgrading these facilities, the project will support ongoing and future cancer research initiatives, ultimately contributing to improved scientific outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients involved in cancer treatment or research may benefit indirectly from the improved research environment.
Not a fit: Patients not involved in cancer research or treatment may not see direct benefits from this project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this refurbishment could lead to enhanced research capabilities that may accelerate cancer treatment advancements.
How similar studies have performed: While this project is focused on infrastructure refurbishment, similar initiatives have historically supported significant advancements in research capabilities.
Where this research is happening
Frederick, United States
- Leidos Biomedical Research, INC. — Frederick, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan — Leidos Biomedical Research, INC.
- Study coordinator: Dmitrovsky, Ethan
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.