Managing and coordinating cancer prevention efforts for MGUS progression
Administrative Core
This study is all about bringing together researchers and experts to work better together on finding ways to prevent the progression of MGUS, which could help improve treatment options for patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910168 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on the administrative and logistical support for the Cancer Prevention-Interception against MGUS Progression (CAP-MGUS) Center. It aims to enhance collaboration among researchers and bioinformatics experts to improve cancer prevention strategies. The core will facilitate communication, organize meetings, and evaluate ongoing research projects to ensure effective progress in understanding and preventing MGUS progression. Patients may benefit from the advancements in research and treatment strategies developed through this coordinated effort.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit are individuals at risk for MGUS or those diagnosed with MGUS.
Not a fit: Patients with no history of MGUS or related hematological conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for patients at risk of MGUS progression to more severe hematological diseases.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is focused on administrative coordination, similar collaborative efforts in cancer research have shown significant success in advancing treatment and prevention strategies.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Baylor College of Medicine — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Yong — Baylor College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Li, Yong
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.