Building research capacity in community oncology for cancer treatment
Official title: Research Capacity Building by a Clinician Scientist within the Michigan Cancer Research Consortium- National Community Oncology Research Program
Funded at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System · NIH-10853888 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Saint Joseph Mercy Health System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $113,202 |
| NIH project number | 1R50CA288382-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10853888 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with genitourinary cancers who are seeking advanced treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with cancers outside the genitourinary category or those not seeking clinical trial participation may not benefit from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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Saint Joseph Mercy Health System
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dib, Elie G — Saint Joseph Mercy Health System
- Study coordinator: Dib, Elie G
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.