Northwestern Brain Tumor Program Support and Coordination
Administrative Core
This program organizes and funds brain tumor research teams to help bring new treatments to people with brain tumors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11187067 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
From a patient's perspective, this core coordinates multiple brain tumor projects so studies move forward efficiently and safely. It manages budgets, timelines, and regulatory support while connecting researchers with patient advocates and advisory boards. The team helps translate laboratory discoveries into clinical trials by fostering collaborations, sharing resources, and overseeing project progress. Their work is aimed at smoothing the path from scientific ideas to treatments that patients can access.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: People with brain tumors who are eligible for clinical trials or who want to participate in Northwestern-affiliated research are the best candidates to benefit.
Not a fit: Individuals without brain tumors or those seeking immediate personal medical care may not see direct benefit from this administrative support.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this coordination could speed development and testing of new brain tumor treatments and improve patient access to clinical trials.
How similar studies have performed: Other cancer SPORE administrative cores have a track record of helping move lab findings into clinical trials, so this model is established and has been effective before.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lesniak, Maciej S — Northwestern University
- Study coordinator: Lesniak, Maciej S
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.