Improving cancer data for children and young adults
SEER RESEARCH SUPPORT REGISTRIES PROGRAM LINKAGES AND DATA MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
This study is working to make cancer data for kids even better by connecting information from different sources, so researchers can better understand childhood cancers and help improve treatments and outcomes for young patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wisconsin Department of Health Services NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11219118 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the value of cancer data collected by the SEER program, particularly focusing on childhood cancers. By linking and managing data from the National Childhood Cancer Registry, the research seeks to improve cancer surveillance and better understand trends in cancer incidence among children and young adults. This effort will support various research activities that can lead to improved outcomes for affected patients. The methodology involves data linkage and management to create a comprehensive resource for researchers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or those involved in cancer registries.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers not covered by the National Childhood Cancer Registry may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment options for childhood cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using similar data linkage approaches has shown success in enhancing cancer surveillance and improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- Wisconsin Department of Health Services — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Werner, Mark Allan — Wisconsin Department of Health Services
- Study coordinator: Werner, Mark Allan
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.