The participation of human papillomaviruses in the development of cervical cancer is supported by the demonstration in the tumor cells of papillomavirus group-specific antigen and viral particles. In this project we will attempt to induce neoplastic progression of papillomavirus-infected lesions of human cervix by treating the grafts with agents which may represent additional risk factors for the development of cervical cancer. Some of these agents include benzopyrene, n-methylnitrosamine, estrogens, and herpes simplex virus type 2.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Type
Research Project (R01)
Project #
5R01CA042011-05
Application #
3182739
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (SSS (G))
Project Start
1986-04-01
Project End
1991-03-31
Budget Start
1990-04-01
Budget End
1991-03-31
Support Year
5
Fiscal Year
1990
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
Pennsylvania State University
Department
Type
Schools of Medicine
DUNS #
129348186
City
Hershey
State
PA
Country
United States
Zip Code
17033
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