New-idea program to speed development of ovarian cancer tests and treatments
Development Research Program
This Mayo Clinic program supports early lab, population, and clinical projects that aim to create better tests and treatments for people with ovarian cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11178550 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
From a patient view, this program funds small, early-stage projects that bring together lab scientists, population researchers, and clinicians to turn promising ideas into real-world tests or therapies. It supports pilot laboratory work, studies using patient data or samples, and early clinical work that can lead to larger trials. The Mayo Clinic SPORE DRP has previously led to many publications, outside funding, and several clinical trials. The program is designed to help new teams grow their ideas into full projects that could directly affect care for people with ovarian cancer.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: People with ovarian cancer—such as those newly diagnosed, with recurrent disease, or at high risk—may be candidates for specific studies or trials supported by this program.
Not a fit: People without ovarian cancer or those who do not meet the eligibility rules for any particular pilot project are unlikely to receive direct benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could speed the arrival of new diagnostic tests, targeted treatments, or clinical trials for ovarian cancer patients.
How similar studies have performed: Prior DRP funding within this SPORE produced numerous publications, additional NIH awards for investigators, and contributed to seven associated clinical trials, indicating prior success with this approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cliby, William a — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Cliby, William a
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.