Building Centers for Heart and Lung Surgery Clinical Trials
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This grant creates special centers at the University of Southern California and Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute to help more patients join important clinical trials for heart and lung surgery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11046515 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
We are establishing a network of clinical research centers dedicated to conducting trials in cardiothoracic surgery. These centers aim to include a wide range of patients, especially those from diverse backgrounds and areas with high rates of heart disease. Our goal is to make it easier for patients to access and participate in new treatment opportunities. We are also training the next generation of clinical researchers to ensure these trials are run effectively and ethically. This effort will strengthen our ability to find better ways to care for patients needing heart and lung surgery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates would be patients with cardiovascular diseases who might be eligible for future clinical trials in cardiothoracic surgery at the participating centers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have cardiovascular diseases or are not candidates for cardiothoracic surgery clinical trials would not directly benefit from this specific grant.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative will expand access to cutting-edge clinical trials for patients with cardiovascular diseases, potentially leading to improved surgical techniques and treatments.
How similar studies have performed: Establishing clinical research centers to enhance trial capacity is a well-known and successful approach to advancing medical knowledge and patient care.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Starnes, Vaughn a — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Starnes, Vaughn a
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.