Improving cancer data for children and young adults
SEER RESEARCH SUPPORT REGISTRIES PROGRAM LINKAGES AND DATA MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
This study is working to improve how we use cancer data for kids and young adults, so we can better understand their cancer trends and ultimately help families find better treatment options and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Colorado State Dept/pub Hlth & Environmt NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Denver, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11219122 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the value of cancer data collected through the SEER program, particularly focusing on childhood cancers. By linking and managing data more effectively, the research seeks to provide better insights into cancer trends among children and young adults. This will involve analyzing existing cancer registry data to support various research activities aimed at understanding and addressing cancer in this population. Patients and families may benefit from improved data that could lead to better treatment options and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and young adults diagnosed with cancer or those involved in cancer registries.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers not covered by the SEER program or those outside the age range of childhood and young adulthood may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of childhood cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research using similar data linkage approaches has shown promise in enhancing cancer surveillance and improving patient outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Denver, United States
- Colorado State Dept/pub Hlth & Environmt — Denver, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arend, John — Colorado State Dept/pub Hlth & Environmt
- Study coordinator: Arend, John
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.