Understanding how tumors interact with their environment over time
Official title: Core 2: Ecological Core
Funded at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst · NIH-10930177 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how tumors, especially in non-small cell lung cancer, interact with their surroundings and change over time, hoping to find new ways to improve treatment for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $309,149 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA274507-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930177 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with other types of cancer or those not diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the dynamic interactions between tumors and their surrounding microenvironment using advanced spatial analysis techniques. By studying how tumors evolve and respond to therapies, the project aims to uncover patterns that can inform better treatment strategies. The research employs computational models to analyze high-resolution images of tumor samples, focusing specifically on non-small cell lung cancer. Patients may benefit from insights gained about tumor behavior and treatment responses.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using spatial analysis to understand tumor behavior, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brown, Joel — H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Brown, Joel
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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.