Stanford University · Biomedical EngineeringTumor Model Development Lab
Guillem Pratx · Stanford, California
Research Focus
Professor Guillem Pratx's lab at Stanford University focuses on developing advanced tumor models that closely mimic real human cancer tissues. By using innovative technologies like microfluidics and radioluminescence microscopy, the lab aims to create personalized models of tumors from patients, which can be used for drug discovery and to improve cancer treatment. Their research is designed to enhance the capability of imaging these models, making it possible to evaluate new therapies in a way that may lead to better patient outcomes.
microphysiological tumor modelsradioluminescence microscopypersonalized medicinedrug discoveryPET imaging
Research Aims
3AIM 01Demonstrate quantitative imaging of patient-derived organoids using PET tracers.
AIM 02Incorporate human microvascular networks within microphysiological tumor models and assess their impact on imaging endpoints.
AIM 03Develop patient-specific tumor models and compare metabolic activity with clinical PET biomarkers.
Skills the Lab Values
cell culture techniques3D tissue engineeringmicrofluidic device fabricationimaging techniquesanimal modelsbiomarker analysismetabolic assaysclinical trial designdata analysis using imaging metrics
Output against the department
Publications227top 46% of dept.271st of 595
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Citations4.7kbottom 36% of dept.380th of 595
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