Targeting the mechanisms of drug resistance in mantle cell lymphoma

Mechanism-Based Targeting of Mantle Cell Lymphoma

NIH-funded research Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-10478980

This study is looking at why mantle cell lymphoma sometimes stops responding to treatment, and it's for patients who want to help researchers find better ways to fight this cancer by testing a new drug alongside current therapies.

Quick facts

Grant typeP01 program project
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionWeill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project IDNIH-10478980 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on understanding why mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) becomes resistant to treatments, which is a significant challenge in managing this type of cancer. By investigating the genomic and molecular mechanisms behind drug resistance, the researchers aim to develop more effective therapies that can be tailored to individual patients. The approach includes using a drug called palbociclib to halt cancer cell proliferation and enhance the effectiveness of existing treatments like ibrutinib. Patients will be monitored through biopsies to assess their response to these therapies over time.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma who have experienced treatment resistance.

Not a fit: Patients with other types of lymphoma or those who have not been diagnosed with mantle cell lymphoma may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and durable treatment options for patients with mantle cell lymphoma.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in targeting drug resistance in other cancers, suggesting that this approach may also be effective for mantle cell lymphoma.

Where this research is happening

New York, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions neoplasm/cancerDiseaseDisorder
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