Award
National Cancer Institute 5R01CA195524-10
Early Detection of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Recipient
University of TX MD Anderson Cancer Center
Award Amount
$663,280.00
Ceiling
$663,280.00
Awarded
February 26, 2026
Identifier
5R01CA195524-10
A research project funded by the National Cancer Institute to develop blood and imaging markers, including AI tools, for early detection and risk assessment of hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with cirrhosis.
Description
This project aims to develop and validate blood-based and imaging-based modalities for risk stratification and early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). It builds on a prospective cohort of patients with cirrhosis, utilizing blood biomarkers, MRI, and AI-based imaging analysis to improve early detection, characterization, and risk assessment.