Easier access to clinical trials for women with gynecologic and other solid tumors
Enhancing accrual across gynecologic and solid tumor trials
This project helps women with gynecologic and other solid tumors at the University of Virginia find and join clinical trials more easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Virginia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charlottesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11168675 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
You would see efforts to identify and remove barriers that keep patients and providers from enrolling in trials at UVA. The team will create new processes, mentorship, and cross-department collaborations to open and lead more gynecologic and solid tumor trials through national networks. The principal investigator will shift clinical time to focus on building trial infrastructure, training staff, and strengthening links with national trial groups. Over five years the aim is to increase both the number of trials available and the number of women who can participate.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Women with gynecologic cancers (such as ovarian, uterine, or cervical cancer) or other solid tumors who receive care at or near UVA and are interested in clinical trials are the best fit.
Not a fit: Patients who live far from Charlottesville, are not eligible for trials, or require immediate standard-of-care treatments may not directly benefit from this project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could gain earlier access to new treatment options and more choices through increased trial availability and simpler enrollment.
How similar studies have performed: Other cancer centers have increased enrollment by strengthening trial programs and streamlining processes, though methods and success have varied by site.
Where this research is happening
Charlottesville, United States
- University of Virginia — Charlottesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Duska, Linda — University of Virginia
- Study coordinator: Duska, Linda
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.