Current Research Studies
Ongoing Basic Science and/or Translational Research:
Understanding Pituitary Tumorigenesis
Sponsor: Veterans Affairs Merit Review
Principal Investigator: Dr. Margaret E. Wierman
Summary: This study analyzes small pieces of pituitary tumors for their molecular gene profiles, compared to normal pituitary, to identify new markers for pituitary tumors and to identify novel candidates that may either cause or be targets for therapy of pituitary tumors in humans.