Understanding how radiation therapy impacts low-volume prostate cancer
Administrative Core
This study is looking at how radiation therapy can help patients with low-volume prostate cancer and aims to find better ways to use this treatment, so if you're interested in trying new approaches, you might have the chance to participate in a clinical trial.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910076 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the effects of radiation therapy on the metastatic process in patients with low-volume prostate cancer. Led by experienced oncologists, the project involves innovative clinical trials that utilize stereotactic radiation techniques. The team will also explore genomics, metabolomics, and disparities in treatment outcomes, aiming to enhance the understanding of how radiation can be optimized for better patient care. Patients may be involved in clinical trials that assess these new approaches to treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with low-volume prostate cancer who may benefit from advanced radiation therapy techniques.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced or high-volume prostate cancer may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved radiation therapy techniques that enhance treatment outcomes for patients with low-volume prostate cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar approaches in optimizing radiation therapy for cancer treatment.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tran, Phuoc T. — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Tran, Phuoc T.
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.