Creating a system to improve cancer care access and research.
Implementation Laboratory
This study is all about making sure that people with cancer, especially those in different communities, can get better treatment and have more chances to join important research trials that could help improve their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10903983 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Implementation Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania focuses on enhancing cancer care by providing essential infrastructure and technical support for ongoing and future cancer studies. It aims to ensure that diverse populations, particularly those in community settings, have access to high-quality cancer care and research opportunities. The laboratory will manage various clinical sites and oversee data management to facilitate effective cancer control initiatives. Patients may benefit from improved cancer treatment options and better access to clinical trials.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include cancer patients, particularly those from diverse and underserved communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently receiving cancer treatment or those outside the targeted communities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to high-quality cancer care and innovative treatment options for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving cancer care access through similar community-based initiatives.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shulman, Lawrence N. — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Shulman, Lawrence N.
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 below.