Understanding tissue changes in glioma through MRI analysis
MOSAIC: Administrative Core
This study is looking at how glioma tumors change over time by using MRI scans and tissue samples from patients, so we can better understand the disease and improve treatment options for those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Scottsdale, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930912 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a framework for understanding how glioma tissues change over time and how these changes can be interpreted using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The project involves collecting and analyzing biopsies from glioma patients, integrating imaging data with biological samples to enhance understanding of the disease. The administrative core will coordinate these efforts, ensuring efficient collaboration among various research teams and supporting the overall research process. Patients' biopsies will be crucial for this analysis, contributing to a better understanding of glioma progression and treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with glioma who are undergoing biopsy procedures.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of cancers or those not undergoing biopsy procedures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and treatment strategies for glioma patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using imaging techniques to understand tumor biology, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Scottsdale, United States
- Mayo Clinic Arizona — Scottsdale, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Swanson, Kristin R — Mayo Clinic Arizona
- Study coordinator: Swanson, Kristin R
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.