Collaboration of cancer centers in Wisconsin and Northern Michigan to improve cancer care
Official title: Cancer Research of Wisconsin and Northern Michigan (CROWN) Consortium
Funded at St. Vincent Hospital · NIH-10898722 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The CROWN Consortium is working to make it easier for people in Wisconsin and Northern Michigan, especially those from underserved communities, to join clinical trials and get better cancer care, so they can have more treatment options and improved outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | St. Vincent Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Green Bay, United States) |
| Project start | August 23, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $2,025,783 |
| NIH project number | 5UG1CA239769-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10898722 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from diverse backgrounds, particularly those in rural or underserved communities in Wisconsin and Northern Michigan.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not located in the catchment area of Wisconsin and Northern Michigan may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Cancer Research of Wisconsin and Northern Michigan (CROWN) Consortium is a partnership among major cancer centers in Wisconsin aimed at enhancing access to clinical trials and cancer care for community members. This initiative focuses on reaching diverse populations, including underserved communities, by broadening recruitment efforts and sharing best practices among institutions. The consortium also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and aims to implement cancer care delivery research across various locations. By participating in National Cancer Institute-sponsored trials, the consortium seeks to improve cancer treatment options and outcomes for patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with improved access to cutting-edge cancer treatments and clinical trials.
How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborations among cancer centers have shown success in improving patient access to clinical trials and enhancing treatment outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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St. Vincent Hospital
Green Bay, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jaslowski, Anthony J — St. Vincent Hospital
- Study coordinator: Jaslowski, Anthony J
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.