Understanding Radiation's Effect on Prostate Cancer Spread
Administrative Core
This center aims to learn how radiation therapy affects the spread of prostate cancer, especially when it has only spread a little.
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-11171430 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This center focuses on understanding how radiation treatments can influence prostate cancer that has spread to a few spots, known as oligometastasis. Researchers will conduct a molecular characterization trial to study the cancer's genetic makeup and how it responds to radiation. They will also look at genetic information, imaging details, and blood samples (liquid biopsies) to better understand the disease. Additionally, the center will explore how metabolism and health disparities might play a role in how patients respond to treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This research is most relevant for men with low-volume metastatic prostate cancer who are considering or undergoing radiation therapy.
Not a fit: Patients without prostate cancer or those with widespread, high-volume metastatic disease may not directly benefit from this specific research focus.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to more effective and personalized radiation treatments for men with prostate cancer that has started to spread.
How similar studies have performed: The lead investigator has a strong background in innovative clinical trials using stereotactic radiation for oligometastatic prostate cancer, suggesting a foundation of prior success in this area.
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.