Leading efforts in cancer clinical trials and treatment development
MCW NCTN Lead Academic Participating Site Administrative Supplement
This study is all about improving cancer treatment by creating new clinical trials that patients can join, helping to find better ways to diagnose and treat cancer together with experts from the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical College of Wisconsin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11251347 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the National Cancer Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) by leveraging the expertise of the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) in conducting collaborative clinical trials. The project aims to develop and lead multicenter trials that address significant challenges in cancer diagnosis and treatment. By utilizing a strong infrastructure and experienced leadership, the research will facilitate timely patient enrollment and completion of trials, ultimately contributing to advancements in cancer care. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in innovative trials that could improve cancer treatment outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are adults diagnosed with cancer who are seeking access to cutting-edge clinical trials.
Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with cancer or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer treatments and improved patient outcomes through enhanced clinical trial participation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has demonstrated success in similar collaborative clinical trial networks, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Medical College of Wisconsin — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wong, Stuart J — Medical College of Wisconsin
- Study coordinator: Wong, Stuart J
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.