Improving clinical trials for cervical cancer and promoting equity in research.
Official title: NCI Clinical Trial Research Strategy, Harnessing of Equity, and Implementation
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-10919838 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve clinical trials for cervical cancer by making sure everyone is included and represented, so patients can have access to new and better treatment options while also supporting new researchers from diverse backgrounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | September 4, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $173,920 |
| NIH project number | 5R50CA282102-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10919838 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are women diagnosed with cervical cancer who are seeking new treatment options through clinical trials.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with cervical cancer who are not eligible for clinical trials or those with advanced disease not suitable for experimental therapies may not benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing clinical trials specifically for cervical cancer while ensuring equitable representation in these studies. Led by a board-certified radiation oncologist at UC San Diego, the project aims to develop new trial strategies, improve patient accrual, and disseminate results effectively. The research also emphasizes mentorship for junior investigators from underrepresented backgrounds, fostering diversity in clinical research. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in innovative trials that could lead to better treatment options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for patients with cervical cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in enhancing diversity and equity in clinical trials has shown promise, indicating that this approach could yield positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mayadev, Jyoti — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Mayadev, Jyoti
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.