A center for research on rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases

Boston University CCCR

['FUNDING_P30'] · BOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS · NIH-10928384

This study is all about finding better ways to treat rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, and it's designed to help researchers work together and learn more so that patients like you can enjoy improved treatments and a clearer understanding of your condition.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_P30']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorBOSTON UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CAMPUS (nih funded)
Locations1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10928384 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on understanding and improving the treatment of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) through patient-oriented clinical research. It aims to provide a central resource for researchers by offering advanced methodology support, unique data resources, and training for early-stage investigators. The center also facilitates collaborations among researchers and enhances educational outreach to broaden the impact of its findings. Patients may benefit from improved treatment protocols and better understanding of their conditions as a result of this research.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals diagnosed with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Not a fit: Patients with non-rheumatic conditions or those not affected by musculoskeletal diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research in similar areas has shown success in improving treatment methodologies for rheumatic diseases, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.

Where this research is happening

BOSTON, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.