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Ohio State University as a Lead Academic Organization for Experimental Therapeutics Clinical Trials Network

Official title: The Ohio State University as a Lead Academic Organization (LAO) for the Experimental Therapeutics Clinical Trials Network

Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-11498110 · Data updated 2026-11-12

Cancer patients may gain access to new therapies through a network led by Ohio State University and its partners.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionOhio State University
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES)
Project startMarch 28, 2014
Project endFebruary 28, 2027
Funding year2026
Award (this year)$1,697,412
NIH project number3UM1CA186712-09S1
Project IDNIH-11498110 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Cancer patients, especially those in rural or Appalachian regions, who are eligible for clinical trials within the network.

Less likely to help

Patients not eligible for the trials or those without access to participating sites may not benefit.

What this research studies

This grant supports a collaborative effort among Ohio State University and partner cancer centers to develop and test new cancer treatments. The team blends basic science and clinical expertise to translate discoveries into potential therapies, including immune-based approaches and targeted drugs. It emphasizes genomic profiling to tailor treatments and to understand why some cancers resist therapy. The program connects rural and Appalachian communities to broader cancer clinical trials and research resources.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, patients could receive access to innovative therapies and personalized treatment strategies through clinical trials.

How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborations among major cancer centers have advanced immune therapies and precision medicine, with tangible trial opportunities for patients.

Where this research is happening

  • Ohio State University
    Columbus, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Carson, William E. — Ohio State University
  • Study coordinator: Carson, William E.

Related research

Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.