Improving prostate cancer research collaboration and patient involvement
Official title: DF/HCC Prostate SPORE
Funded at Dana-Farber Cancer Inst · NIH-10916195 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together patients, experts, and researchers to work together better so that new treatments for prostate cancer can be developed and used more quickly to help patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dana-Farber Cancer Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $183,437 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA272390-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10916195 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include patients diagnosed with prostate cancer who are interested in participating in clinical trials and contributing to research efforts.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have prostate cancer or are not interested in participating in research activities may not receive benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of prostate cancer research through a collaborative approach involving patient advocates, advisory board members, and investigators. The Administrative Core will oversee the program's resources and ensure that research activities are transparent and integrated within the broader Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center framework. By fostering collaboration and monitoring progress, the initiative aims to accelerate the translation of research findings into clinical practice, ultimately benefiting patients with prostate cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments and improved outcomes for patients with prostate cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research initiatives that emphasize collaboration and patient involvement have shown success in improving cancer treatment outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Beltran, Himisha — Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
- Study coordinator: Beltran, Himisha
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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.