Advancing Cancer Care Through New Treatments
Translational Oncology Research Program
This program at the Knight Cancer Institute works to turn new scientific discoveries into better treatments for patients with cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11170755 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Our program focuses on taking the latest scientific knowledge about cancer and developing it into new ways to help patients. We work with many experts across the Knight Cancer Institute to bring these new ideas into clinical investigations, which are studies involving patients. Our goal is to improve how we understand and treat various cancers, ultimately leading to better outcomes for those affected. This includes identifying new targets for treatment and developing innovative interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with various types of cancer who may be eligible for cutting-edge clinical trials developed through this program could be ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Patients not seeking or eligible for participation in clinical trials or those whose specific cancer type is not a focus of current investigations may not directly benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to new and more effective treatments for various types of cancer, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: This program builds on a strong foundation of prior research and collaborations that have already led to significant impacts in cancer care.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tyner, Jeffrey Wallace — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Tyner, Jeffrey Wallace
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 below.