Understanding Gastric and Lung Cancers in Diverse Populations
Bioinformatics Core
This project helps scientists better understand and find new treatments for gastric and lung cancers, especially in minority communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11168891 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Our goal is to create and study many new models of gastric and lung cancers from diverse patient populations. These models, called PDX models, help us test how well different cancer medicines work, both alone and in combinations. We will use advanced computer tools to connect how these medicines affect the models with the unique features of each patient's tumor. This work aims to find more personalized and effective treatments for these cancers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with gastric or lung cancer, especially those from minority backgrounds, could potentially benefit from the future treatments developed through this research.
Not a fit: Patients without gastric or lung cancer would not directly benefit from this specific research focus.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for gastric and lung cancers, particularly benefiting minority patients.
How similar studies have performed: Patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models are a well-established tool in cancer research, and this project builds upon existing methods while focusing on diversity and specific cancer types.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcpherson, John D. — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Mcpherson, John D.
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.