Understanding how breast cancer spreads to the lungs
The Biology of Lung Metastasis in Breast Cancer
This study is looking at how breast cancer cells spread to the lungs and what helps them survive and grow there, with the goal of finding new ways to treat patients who have metastatic breast cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907452 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex processes that allow breast cancer cells to spread to the lungs, focusing on how these cells survive and grow after reaching new sites in the body. It examines the role of various factors, including interactions with other cells and environmental stresses, that influence the ability of cancer cells to establish metastases. By studying these mechanisms, the research aims to identify new therapeutic targets that could improve treatment options for patients with metastatic breast cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with breast cancer who are at risk of developing lung metastases.
Not a fit: Patients with early-stage breast cancer that has not spread or those with other types of cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that prevent or reduce the spread of breast cancer to the lungs, improving survival rates for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the mechanisms of metastasis in other cancers, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights for breast cancer as well.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Backer, Jonathan M. — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Backer, Jonathan M.
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.