Managing resources and oversight for adolescent and young adult cancer care
Core A: Administrative Core
This study is all about finding better ways to support young people who have survived cancer by figuring out what they need most and making sure their voices are heard in improving their care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11189960 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the care and support for adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors by managing various projects aimed at identifying clinical care gaps and unmet needs. The Administrative Core will oversee the coordination of these projects, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and that insights from experts and patient advocates are integrated into the research process. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare providers, and AYA cancer survivors, the initiative aims to enhance the overall quality of care for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults who have been diagnosed with cancer and are navigating survivorship.
Not a fit: Patients outside the adolescent and young adult age range or those without a history of cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies and support systems for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing care gaps for cancer survivors, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kushi, Lawrence H — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Kushi, Lawrence H
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.