Clinical Research Resources and Facilities Core to boost rural participation in WV clinical trials
Official title: Clinical Research Resources and Facilities Core
Funded at West Virginia University · NIH-11412628 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A program to build and connect clinical research facilities in West Virginia so rural patients can join high-quality clinical trials.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | West Virginia University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Morgantown, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2012 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $328,305 |
| NIH project number | 5U54GM104942-11 |
| Project ID | NIH-11412628 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults in rural West Virginia who may be eligible for clinical trials and are interested in participating.
✕Less likely to help
Patients in urban areas or those not seeking trial participation may not experience direct benefit.
What this research studies
This core aims to remove barriers that rural residents face when joining clinical studies by strengthening infrastructure, partnerships, and study conduct across West Virginia. It supports collaboration among WVCTSI partners and new trial sites to expand geographic reach. The work focuses on creating a statewide Clinical Trials Council and a Center of Excellence to ensure high-quality participation and opportunities for patients in rural areas.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, rural patients in West Virginia could access more clinical trials closer to home and benefit from improved cancer, heart disease, and stroke research.
How similar studies have gone: Previous core infrastructures have improved trial access in other regions, suggesting potential for success in WV with expanded collaborations.
Where this research is happening
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West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Feinberg, Judith — West Virginia University
- Study coordinator: Feinberg, Judith
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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.