Coordinating research efforts across multiple institutions
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-10914925 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and the Wistar Institute work better together by making it easier for them to share information and manage their projects, so they can focus on finding new treatments and solutions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $109,250 |
| NIH project number | 5P01CA281867-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10914925 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include patients involved in studies related to oncogenic viruses and hypoxia, as the coordinated efforts may enhance research outcomes in these areas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not involved in research related to the specific conditions being studied may not receive direct benefits from this administrative core.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing collaboration and communication among various projects and investigators at the University of Pennsylvania and the Wistar Institute. It aims to streamline administrative processes, organize meetings, and facilitate the exchange of materials and information necessary for ongoing research. By managing logistics such as permits for infectious agents and manuscript submissions, the core ensures that research teams can work efficiently and effectively towards their scientific goals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient and productive scientific collaborations, ultimately advancing medical knowledge and treatment options.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is essential for facilitating research, it is a common administrative practice and not a novel or untested concept.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Robertson, Erle S. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Robertson, Erle S.
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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.