Improving cancer research through data analysis and standardization
Core B: Biostatistics and Data Harmonization Shared Resource
['FUNDING_P01'] · KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-10911987
This study is working to make sure that the information we have about cancer in teenagers and young adults is accurate and reliable, so we can better understand how cancer affects them and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_P01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10911987 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the integrity and reliability of cancer-related data by providing expert biostatistical support and data harmonization. It aims to oversee study design, data management, and analysis across multiple projects involving adolescent and young adult cancer patients. By utilizing extensive datasets from various cancer registries and healthcare systems, the research seeks to ensure that the data used in studies is of high quality and standardized. This will help address challenges in data interpretation and improve the overall understanding of cancer impacts on young patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescent and young adult patients diagnosed with cancer who are part of the data sources being analyzed.
Not a fit: Patients with cancers outside the adolescent and young adult demographic or those not included in the data sources may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate and reliable findings that improve treatment and care for adolescent and young adult cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that biostatistical support and data harmonization can significantly enhance the quality of cancer research outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE — Oakland, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: QUESENBERRY, CHARLES — KAISER FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: QUESENBERRY, CHARLES
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.
Conditions: Adolescent and young adult cancer patients, Adolescent and young adult cancer population, Adolescent and young adults with cancer