Improving pain treatment trials through mentorship for new researchers
Promoting high-quality pain treatment trials through mentorship of junior investigators: A focus on study conduct and method development
This study is all about helping new researchers learn how to run better clinical trials for pain management, so they can find safe and effective treatments for people dealing with chronic pain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10436556 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of clinical trials for pain management by mentoring junior investigators. It aims to develop better methods and conduct high-quality studies that can lead to effective, non-addictive pain therapies. By utilizing the Early Phase Pain Investigation Clinical Network, the project will train new researchers in conducting multisite clinical trials, ensuring that they are equipped to address the complexities of chronic pain treatment. The initiative also emphasizes the importance of using meaningful outcome measures to evaluate pain therapies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are experiencing chronic pain and are seeking better treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not suffer from chronic pain or those who are not interested in participating in clinical trials may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to the development of more effective and safer pain management treatments for patients suffering from chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving clinical trial methodologies, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful advancements in pain treatment.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gewandter, Jennifer — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Gewandter, Jennifer
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.