Administrative Core for a Urology Center at Stanford
Official title: Admin-Core-001
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-11605891 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A core administrative program at Stanford supports collaboration, training, and outreach to advance research on benign prostate conditions and urological science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $392,362 |
| NIH project number | 5U54DK130065-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11605891 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Not a patient-facing enrollment; designed to support research infrastructure that could benefit patients through better coordination and training in urologic research.
✕Less likely to help
There is no direct patient enrollment in this administrative grant.
What this research studies
This grant funds the Administrative Core of the Stanford O’Brien Center to coordinate projects, manage resources, and promote collaboration among researchers and external partners. It emphasizes engagement with CAIRIBU and other urology programs, as well as educational enrichment and opportunities for trainees. The core will also handle communication with leadership, monitor progress, and ensure efficient use of center-wide resources to support patient-focused research activities. The core aims to streamline operations so researchers can focus on advancing understanding and treatment of benign urological conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the center will accelerate high-quality urology research and training, potentially speeding translation of findings into patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Other administrative cores have improved collaboration and productivity in medical research centers, though outcomes depend on effective implementation.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Brooks, James D. — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Brooks, James D.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.