Support for a database that standardizes cancer tissue analysis.
CANCER PATHCHART DATABASE DEVELOPER SUPPORT SERVICES FOR UNIFIED TUMOR SITE- HISTOLOGY STANDARDS.
This study is working on a new system to help doctors better understand and categorize cancer tissues, which could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment options for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | College of American Pathologists NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Northfield, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11211459 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing support services for the Cancer Pathchart Database, which aims to create unified standards for tumor site and histology. By standardizing how cancer tissues are analyzed and categorized, the project seeks to improve the accuracy and consistency of cancer diagnoses. Patients can benefit from this initiative as it may lead to better-informed treatment decisions based on more reliable data. The methodology involves collaboration with pathologists and data developers to enhance the database's functionality and usability.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with various types of cancer who may benefit from standardized histological analysis.
Not a fit: Patients with non-malignant conditions or those not undergoing histological analysis may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer diagnoses and improved treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research efforts in standardizing cancer data have shown promise in improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Northfield, United States
- College of American Pathologists — Northfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moldwin, Richard — College of American Pathologists
- Study coordinator: Moldwin, Richard
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.