Identification of the Types, Properties, and Functional Characteristics of Telomerase Expressing Cells in Breast Cancer

Abstract

The aims of this study are to identify the types and properties of telomerase producing cells within breast tumors, and further, to isolate these cells from breast tumors so that their biochemical and functional properties may be characterized. Through examining the role of telomerase in cancer, this project also fosters the education of the candidate through the interaction with several experts in breast cancer pathology, epidemiology, biostatistics, and clinical and basic research. The experiments involved require the interaction with professionals from several different fields of the biomedical sciences and the mastery of several challenging laboratory techniques. To date, all tasks, as outlined in the Statement of Work, are on schedule. The research is in progress.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA435507

Entities

People

  • Jeffrey K. Griffith
  • William C Hines

Organizations

  • University of New Mexico

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Antigens
  • Biochemistry
  • Biostatistics
  • Breast Cancer
  • Carrier Proteins
  • Cell Line
  • Cells
  • Chemistry
  • Culture Techniques
  • Education
  • Epithelial Cells
  • Identification
  • Medical Personnel
  • Neoplasms
  • New Mexico
  • Pathology
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction

Fields of Study

  • Biology

Readers

  • Oncology and Biomarker-Based Cancer Detection.
  • STEM Education
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology