Using multicolor PET imaging to better understand cancer biology
Official title: Multicolor PET to interrogate cancer biology
Funded at Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research · NIH-11078221 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new type of imaging called multicolor PET (mPET) that helps doctors see multiple features of cancer at once, which could lead to better treatment plans just for you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $605,806 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EB033000-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11078221 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients with advanced cancer who are undergoing treatment and require detailed tumor characterization.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with early-stage cancer or those not undergoing treatment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cancer diagnosis and treatment by developing a new imaging technique called multicolor PET (mPET). Unlike traditional PET scans that can only assess one parameter at a time, mPET allows for the simultaneous visualization of multiple cancer-related targets, providing a more comprehensive understanding of a patient's tumor. This innovative approach could lead to more personalized treatment plans and improved patient outcomes. The study will involve advanced imaging technology and may require participation in imaging sessions to gather data on tumor characteristics.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer diagnoses and tailored treatment strategies, ultimately improving survival rates for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for cancer diagnosis, but the multicolor PET approach is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
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Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grimm, Jan — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Grimm, Jan
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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.