Improving clinical research for arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases

The UNC Core Center for Clinical Research: Admin Core

NIH-funded research Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10928432

This study is working to improve the way we conduct research and clinical trials for arthritis and joint diseases like osteoarthritis, so that patients can receive better care and access to new treatments.

Quick facts

Grant typeP30 center grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniv of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chapel Hill, United States)
Project IDNIH-10928432 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing the quality and effectiveness of clinical trials and research related to arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases, particularly osteoarthritis. The Administrative Core at the University of North Carolina provides leadership and support to ensure that clinical research is conducted with high scientific integrity. By collaborating with various resources and organizations, the project aims to optimize patient care and public health outcomes for individuals affected by these conditions. Patients may benefit from improved clinical practices and innovative treatments developed through this research.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals diagnosed with osteoarthritis or other rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to arthritis or musculoskeletal diseases may not receive any benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatment options and improved care for patients with arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives focused on optimizing clinical trials for arthritis have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is built on established successes.

Where this research is happening

Chapel Hill, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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