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Measurement of animal tumor volume for cancer research studies

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Project Overview

Dr. Kimple and his lab measure tumors on mice to track growth trends and compare the efficacy of cancer treatments. Currently, Dr. Kimple’s lab uses calipers to record two dimensions of the tumor, which are then implemented into an equation to estimate tumor volume. This method is subjective to the user and inaccurately measures asymmetrical tumors. To overcome variability between measurements, Dr. Kimple requires more tumor samples on more animal models, which leads to significantly higher expenses.
We will be working with Dr. Kimple to create an alternative method to measure tumor volume in mice. This method must decrease cost and overall time spent for Dr. Kimple’s lab by being user independent, precise, portable, high throughput, and allow for efficient data export.

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Team members from left to right: Bobby Weishar, Jake Reiss, Jess Zola, Juliana Damberg, Nick Haller
Team members from left to right: Bobby Weishar, Jake Reiss, Jess Zola, Juliana Damberg, Nick Haller

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Team Members

  • Jacob Reiss - Team Leader
  • Robert Weishar - Communicator
  • Juliana Damberg - BSAC
  • Jessica Zola - BWIG
  • Nicolas Haller - BPAG
  • Dr. Alex Walsh

Advisor and Client

  • Dr. Alex Walsh - Advisor
  • Prof. Justin Williams - Advisor
  • Dr. Randy Kimple - Client

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