Understanding Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Cancer through Tissue Analysis
CORE B (Molecular Pathology Core)
This core helps researchers carefully examine tissue samples to better understand Barrett's Esophagus and esophageal cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11127404 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This core facility at the University of Miami collects and prepares high-quality tissue samples from both humans and animals. Expert pathologists then process these samples into slides, applying special stains and techniques to highlight important details. They also provide specialized review and diagnosis of these tissues, focusing on changes related to Barrett's Esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma. This detailed examination helps researchers understand how these conditions develop and progress, which is essential for the success of related research projects.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with Barrett's Esophagus or esophageal adenocarcinoma whose tissue samples are used for research are relevant to this work.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by Barrett's Esophagus or esophageal adenocarcinoma would not directly benefit from this specific tissue analysis core.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: By providing detailed insights into tissue changes, this work could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat Barrett's Esophagus and esophageal cancer.
How similar studies have performed: This core provides essential support services, building on established pathology techniques, which are crucial for the success of many research projects.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcdonald, Oliver Gene — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Mcdonald, Oliver Gene
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.