Supporting cancer research activities and coordination
Official title: Admin Core A
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-11085257 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping cancer researchers work better together by taking care of the paperwork and organization, so they can focus on finding new treatments and sharing their discoveries with everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | May 8, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $52,145 |
| NIH project number | 5P01CA265794-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11085257 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include patients involved in ongoing cancer research projects at the University of Pennsylvania.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not engaged in cancer research or those receiving treatment outside of this institution may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the efficiency of cancer research projects by providing administrative support and oversight. It aims to ensure that all research activities comply with the standards set by the National Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health. The team will manage financial resources, organize meetings, and facilitate communication among researchers, allowing them to concentrate on scientific advancements. This core also assists in the preparation of manuscripts and progress reports, ensuring that the research is well-coordinated and effectively communicated.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could streamline cancer research efforts, leading to faster and more effective discoveries in cancer treatment.
How similar studies have gone: While this administrative approach is essential for research coordination, similar administrative cores have been successful in enhancing research productivity in other cancer studies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Greenberg, Roger a — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Greenberg, Roger a
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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.