Developmental Research Program for Prostate Cancer Translational Work
Official title: Developmental Research Program
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-11415673 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A funded program to explore early translational ideas in prostate cancer that could change how the disease is prevented or treated.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2002 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $105,457 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA097186-25 |
| Project ID | NIH-11415673 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates are men with or at risk for prostate cancer who could participate in translational pilot studies or contribute biospecimens for research.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the prostate cancer population or those not involved in translational or biospecimen studies may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This grant supports short-term, innovative pilot projects that connect basic science, clinical science, and population research to improve prostate cancer care. It aims to rapidly test new concepts and build collaborations across the Pacific Northwest SPORE network and beyond. Funding includes resources like biospecimens and biostatistical support to help determine feasibility and justify larger studies. The program emphasizes multi-disciplinary work across institutions to translate promising ideas into clinical impact for patients with prostate cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to new prevention or treatment strategies that improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Past pilot projects within SPOREs have translated early ideas into actionable clinical concepts, though each new project is evaluated for feasibility.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Etzioni, Ruth D — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Etzioni, Ruth D
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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.