Translational research is basic science research in the laboratory setting and in pre-clinical studies in order to translate what is discovered into practical clinical applications for patients at the bedside. Translational research is sometimes called “bench to bedside” work because it involves research at the molecular or cellular level with the ultimate goal of finding new ways to treat patients at the bedside. New biologic discoveries are made through translational research results, like new drug therapies or medical devices that improve patient care.

Lahey’s advanced translational research is breaking ground for tomorrow’s health care treatments.

For more information on Lahey’s research projects, please call the Research Office at 781-744-8027.

Here is a current listing of Lahey's translational research projects:

Phenotypic and Functional Characterization of Tumor Cells from Malignant and Non-Malignant Plueral Effusions
Principal Investigator: Carla Lamb, MD

Analysis of Genes and Gene Products in Bladder, Prostate and Breast Tumor Tissue
Principal Investigator:Kimberly Christ, PhD

Evaluation of Non-Invasive Assay for the Detection of Bladder Cancer
Principal Investigator: John A. Libertino, MD

Identification of Aberrant Gene Expression in Human Prostatic Carcinoma
Principal Investigator: John A. Libertino, MD

Molecular Analysis of Bladder Cancer
Principal Investigator: John A. Libertino, MD

For more information on Lahey’s research projects, please call the Research Office at 781-744-8027.