Understanding brain tumor interactions at the molecular level
Official title: Core 2: Analytical Core
Funded at Massachusetts Institute of Technology · NIH-10930084 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at brain tumor samples to learn more about how tumor cells interact with their surroundings, which could help find better treatments for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts Institute of Technology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $306,131 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA283114-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930084 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with brain tumors who are undergoing treatment or have provided biological samples.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-brain tumor conditions or those not providing biological samples may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on analyzing biological samples from brain tumors to understand the complex interactions between tumor cells and their surrounding environment. By using advanced techniques such as single-cell profiling and mass spectrometry imaging, the project aims to create a detailed molecular characterization of brain tumors. Patients' samples will be analyzed to uncover insights that could lead to better treatment strategies. The research integrates various analytical platforms to ensure comprehensive data collection and analysis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for patients with brain tumors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using multi-omics approaches to analyze tumor microenvironments, indicating potential for impactful findings in this area.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Agar, Nathalie Yr — Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Study coordinator: Agar, Nathalie Yr
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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.