Improving treatments for childhood cancers
Official title: Children's Oncology Group Statistics and Data Center
Funded at University of Southern California · NIH-11249375 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better treatments for kids with cancer, especially those with acute myelogenous leukemia and brainstem glioma, by working with a team of experts to learn from past clinical trials and improve their care and recovery.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | March 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $5,131,430 |
| NIH project number | 3U10CA180899-11S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11249375 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who are diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia or other specified childhood cancers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with cancers not included in the study or those older than 11 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the treatment and outcomes for children diagnosed with various types of cancer, particularly acute myelogenous leukemia and brainstem glioma. It involves a collaborative effort from a large team of experts dedicated to understanding the complexities of childhood cancers and developing new therapeutic strategies. By analyzing data and outcomes from numerous clinical trials, the project aims to identify effective treatments and address the long-term effects of cancer therapies on young patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved survival rates and quality of life for children with cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research by the Children’s Oncology Group has shown significant advancements in childhood cancer treatment, indicating a strong potential for success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Alonzo, Todd a — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Alonzo, Todd a
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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.