Brain tumor tissue bank aims to unlock future cures

NCT ID NCT00811148

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study collects brain tumor tissue samples from 4,000 children and adults undergoing brain surgery. The samples are stored in a tissue bank at the University of Florida for future research. The goal is to help scientists find better treatments and cures for brain tumors.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If this tissue bank helps researchers understand brain tumors better, it could point toward new treatments or even cures in the future.
What could go wrong: This is a tissue collection study, not a treatment trial. It does not test any therapy directly, so benefits for participants are indirect and may take many years to realize.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain cancer brain disorder brain neoplasm central nervous system cancer central nervous system disorder nervous system cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BRAIN TUMORS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Florida
RECRUITING

Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States

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