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Support for a clinician scientist in cancer clinical trials

Official title: Clinician Scientist Supporting NCI-funded Clinical Trials at the Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center

Funded at Medical College of Wisconsin · NIH-10930802 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is all about supporting Dr. Mehdi Hamadani, a doctor who helps cancer patients by exploring new treatments, so he can continue his important work and make sure more patients have access to the latest therapies.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionMedical College of Wisconsin
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Milwaukee, United States)
Project startSeptember 18, 2023
Project endAugust 31, 2028
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$110,604
NIH project number5R50CA275856-02
Project IDNIH-10930802 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Ideal candidates for this research are adult cancer patients who may benefit from blood and marrow transplantation or cellular therapies.

Less likely to help

Patients with non-malignant conditions or those not eligible for clinical trials in hematology may not receive benefits from this research.

What this research studies

This research focuses on providing salary support for Dr. Mehdi Hamadani, a leading clinician scientist at the Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center, who specializes in blood and marrow transplantation and cellular therapy. Dr. Hamadani is actively involved in treating cancer patients and overseeing clinical trials, ensuring that innovative treatments are available to those in need. His work includes managing a significant number of patients and leading a team dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through clinical research. This initiative aims to enhance the clinical research operations at the Cancer Center, ultimately benefiting patients through improved access to cutting-edge therapies.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and outcomes for cancer patients participating in clinical trials.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research in similar clinical trial settings has shown success in improving patient outcomes through innovative cancer treatments.

Where this research is happening

  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Milwaukee, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Hamadani, Mehdi Hussain — Medical College of Wisconsin
  • Study coordinator: Hamadani, Mehdi Hussain

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.
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