Advancing research on melanoma and skin cancer treatments
Developmental Research Program
This study is all about finding better ways to understand and treat skin cancers, like melanoma, and it's designed to help researchers come up with new ideas that could really make a difference for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wistar Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10913392 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program focuses on enhancing the understanding and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. It aims to support innovative projects and foster the development of new ideas in skin cancer research. The program will fund promising proposals that have the potential to significantly impact patient care and advance translational research in this field. Additionally, it seeks to mentor junior faculty and senior investigators transitioning into skin cancer research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with melanoma or non-melanoma skin cancers.
Not a fit: Patients with skin cancers that are not being addressed by the funded projects may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for patients with skin cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous iterations of this program have successfully led to high-impact research and advancements in skin cancer treatment.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- Wistar Institute — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Herlyn, Meenhard F — Wistar Institute
- Study coordinator: Herlyn, Meenhard F
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.