Improving cancer care through advanced clinical trials
Dr. Salma Jabbour’s NCI Research Specialist (Clinician Scientist) Award (R50)
This study is all about making cancer clinical trials better and faster, so patients can get improved treatments sooner, and it's led by Dr. Salma Jabbour at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11073081 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the design and management of oncology clinical trials, which are essential for advancing cancer treatment. It involves collaboration among various teams, including clinical trialists, biostatisticians, and co-investigators, to ensure trials are conducted effectively and findings are shared promptly. Dr. Salma Jabbour, a seasoned clinician scientist, leads this effort at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, where she also mentors other researchers in the field. The goal is to streamline the clinical trial process to improve patient outcomes in cancer care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients diagnosed with cancer who may be eligible for participation in clinical trials.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not eligible for clinical trials may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments and improved patient care through better-designed clinical trials.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving the design and management of clinical trials can significantly enhance patient outcomes, indicating that this approach has a solid foundation.
Where this research is happening
Newark, UNITED STATES
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences — Newark, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jabbour, Salma — Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Jabbour, Salma
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.