Georgia Cancer Care Network
Georgia CaRes
This program helps adults in Georgia join cancer prevention, treatment, and care studies and access clinical trials.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Augusta University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Augusta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11338799 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
I would be partnering with hospitals and cancer centers across Georgia so local patients can join NCI-supported clinical trials and cancer control studies. The network enrolls people in cancer treatment, prevention, care-delivery, and biospecimen studies through sites in Augusta, Athens, Albany, and affiliated clinics. The renewal aims to sustain and grow enrollment, especially in rural areas, by supporting providers and outreach. The program tracks participants and coordinates access to trials developed by NCI Research Bases and the National Clinical Trials Network.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Adults with cancer or those at increased cancer risk in Georgia who are willing to join clinical trials or provide biospecimens are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: People who live far from participating sites, those who do not meet specific trial eligibility rules, or those seeking care for non-cancer conditions may not benefit directly.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could expand access to clinical trials and bring new prevention, treatment, and care options to Georgia cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: NCI Community Oncology Research Program sites have previously enrolled many patients and helped expand trial access in their regions.
Where this research is happening
Augusta, United States
- Augusta University — Augusta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ghamande, Sharad a. — Augusta University
- Study coordinator: Ghamande, Sharad a.
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.