Developing new chemical tools for cancer detection and treatment

Organic Synthesis at the Service of Biology and Medicine

NIH-funded research Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research · NIH-10978812

This study is all about developing new tools to help find, prevent, and treat different types of cancer, and it's for anyone who might benefit from better cancer treatments in the future.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionSloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project IDNIH-10978812 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on creating innovative chemical agents that can aid in the detection, prevention, and treatment of various cancers. Led by Dr. Ouathek Ouerfelli at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the project utilizes advanced organic synthesis techniques to develop therapeutic agents. The work involves collaboration with other institutions, enhancing the capabilities of medicinal chemistry to support cancer research. Patients may benefit from new treatments that emerge from these efforts.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals diagnosed with cancer or those at high risk for developing cancer.

Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not at risk for cancer may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of new therapies that improve cancer detection and treatment outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research in medicinal chemistry has shown success in developing FDA-approved cancer treatments, indicating a promising potential for this approach.

Where this research is happening

New York, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Cancer DetectionCancersCenter for Cancer Research
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.