Barrett's Esophagus Translational Research Network (BETRNet)
The Barrett’s Esophagus Translational Research Network (BETRNet) was a program (supported by DCB and the NCI Division of Cancer Prevention through RFA-CA-16-006/RFA-CA-16-007) that was established to address the rising incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma in the United States.
BETRNet objectives were to achieve a better understanding of esophageal adenocarcinoma biology, examine research opportunities associated with its precursor lesion Barrett’s Esophagus, and improve prevention of esophageal cancers.
BETRNet Digital Media
Additional information about the program can be found at websites created by BETRNet centers:
DCB Contact for BETRNet
For additional information about BETRNet, please contact Dr. Rihab Yassin.
Past Projects
BETRNet Research Centers (U54s)
| Institution | Principal Investigator(s) | Project Title |
|---|---|---|
|
Case Western Reserve University |
Amitabh Chak, Kishore Guda |
Genetic Determinants of Barrett's Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma |
| Columbia University Health Sciences | Julian Abrams, Anil K. Rustgi, Kenneth K. Wang | The Role of the Microenvironment in Barrett's Esophagus |
|
University of Michigan |
Thomas D. Wang, Joel H. Rubenstein |
Early Targets in Progression of Barrett's Esophagus to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma |
BETRNet Coordinating Centers (U24)
| Institution | Principal Investigator(s) | Project Title |
|---|---|---|
|
Vanderbilt University Medical Center |
Yu Shyr |
Barrett's Esophagus Translational Research Network Coordinating Center (BETRNetCC) |