Administrative Core for CAP-MGUS Center
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo) · NIH-11396399 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A central administrative program supports a nationwide effort to prevent progression from MGUS (a blood condition) to cancer by coordinating bioinformatics, research projects, and outreach.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kansas City, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $156,252 |
| NIH project number | 7U54CA272691-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11396399 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Patients with MGUS and related blood diseases who could benefit from improved prevention and early interception strategies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not directly affected by MGUS progression or those not engaged in prevention-focused research activities may see limited benefit.
What this research studies
This grant funds the Administrative Core of the CAP-MGUS Center, which keeps administrative, scientific, fiscal, and logistical elements aligned. It coordinates the Bioinformatics Core with Research Projects, organizes investigator meetings, and facilitates collaboration with CAP-IT program officials. The Core also focuses on dissemination and practical application of discoveries, evaluation of ongoing projects, and development of new ones to advance MGUS prevention efforts. The work involves networking across investigators, managing communications, and ensuring efficient use of resources to support patient-focused research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the center could accelerate prevention strategies for MGUS and related blood cancers, translating findings into better monitoring and early interventions for patients at risk.
How similar studies have gone: Prior national consortia on MGUS prevention have shown that coordinated data and collaboration can accelerate translational impact.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo)
Kansas City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Yong — Children's Mercy Hosp (Kansas City, Mo)
- Study coordinator: Li, Yong
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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.