Centralized leadership for cancer research projects
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at Case Western Reserve University · NIH-10932165 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together a team of experts to better understand and treat esophageal adenocarcinoma, making sure everyone works well together to improve research and care for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $127,393 |
| NIH project number | 5P01CA269019-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932165 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals at risk for or diagnosed with esophageal adenocarcinoma or Barrett's esophagus.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with unrelated cancers or those not at risk for esophageal conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing strong administrative and scientific leadership to a program project aimed at understanding and treating esophageal adenocarcinoma and related conditions. It coordinates various research activities, monitors progress, and ensures that all projects work synergistically towards common goals. The Administrative Core will oversee budgets, schedule meetings, and prepare necessary reports to maintain compliance with NIH requirements. This structured approach aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the research efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for the prevention and treatment of esophageal adenocarcinoma.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that centralized administrative cores can significantly enhance the productivity and outcomes of multi-project cancer research programs.
Where this research is happening
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Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chak, Amitabh — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Chak, Amitabh
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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.