Building research capacity in community oncology for cancer treatment

Research Capacity Building by a Clinician Scientist within the Michigan Cancer Research Consortium- National Community Oncology Research Program

NIH-funded research Saint Joseph Mercy Health System · NIH-10853888

This study is all about helping cancer patients, especially those with genitourinary cancers, by making it easier for them to join clinical trials and improving teamwork among doctors, so they can access the latest treatments and personalized care.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionSaint Joseph Mercy Health System NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10853888 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This project focuses on enhancing the research capabilities of the Michigan Cancer Research Consortium, which operates within community oncology settings. Led by Dr. Elie Dib, the initiative aims to improve patient enrollment in clinical trials and foster collaborations among healthcare providers. By leveraging existing resources and expertise, the project seeks to advance cancer treatment options, particularly for genitourinary cancers, through innovative research and educational efforts. Patients may benefit from increased access to cutting-edge clinical trials and personalized treatment strategies.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with genitourinary cancers who are seeking advanced treatment options.

Not a fit: Patients with cancers outside the genitourinary category or those not seeking clinical trial participation may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with improved access to innovative cancer treatments and clinical trials.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives in community oncology have shown success in enhancing patient enrollment and improving treatment outcomes, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Cancer Biology
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.