Using dietary antioxidants to enhance proton therapy for head and neck cancer
Mentored Career Development Award: Isothiocyanates to Improve Response to Proton Radiotherapy
This study is looking at whether adding dietary antioxidants to proton radiation can help people with head and neck cancer get better results from their treatment, making it easier for them to fight the disease and possibly experience fewer side effects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873763 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates whether combining dietary antioxidants with proton radiation can improve treatment outcomes for patients with head and neck cancer. The project aims to explore the effectiveness of this combination therapy in overcoming resistance to treatment in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. A multidisciplinary team of experts will guide the research, focusing on innovative therapeutic strategies and promoting diversity in the research workforce. Patients may benefit from improved survival rates and reduced side effects from their cancer treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with head and neck cancer, particularly those with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers other than head and neck cancer may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment options for patients with head and neck cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in combining dietary antioxidants with cancer therapies, suggesting potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Cincinnati, United States
- University of Cincinnati — Cincinnati, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wicker, Christina a — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Wicker, Christina a
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.