Improving cancer research through community-driven competitions
Official title: Advancing method benchmarking and data sharing through crowd-sourced competitions in cancer research
Funded at Sage Bionetworks · NIH-10867509 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing people together from different backgrounds to work on new ideas and solutions for cancer research, making it easier for scientists to share important information and tools to help fight cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sage Bionetworks NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $776,200 |
| NIH project number | 5U24CA248265-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10867509 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals affected by various types of cancer who may benefit from improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-cancerous conditions or those not engaged in research initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer research by utilizing crowd-sourced competitions that bring together diverse communities to tackle complex biomedical challenges. Participants from around the world collaborate to develop innovative solutions, establish benchmarks, and create new standards in cancer research. The project aims to expand an existing platform that facilitates these competitions, making it easier for researchers to access critical data and tools necessary for their work. By fostering open collaboration, the research seeks to maximize the impact of collective knowledge in addressing pressing cancer-related issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in cancer diagnosis and treatment methodologies.
How similar studies have gone: Previous crowd-sourced competitions in biomedical research have shown success in generating innovative solutions and establishing benchmarks, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Sage Bionetworks
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Varma, Susheel — Sage Bionetworks
- Study coordinator: Varma, Susheel
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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.