Supporting new projects to improve brain tumor diagnosis and treatment
Developmental Research Program
This program is helping researchers come up with new ideas to improve how we diagnose and treat brain tumors, and it's especially looking for diverse voices to join in, so that patients like you can have better treatment options and outcomes in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10898629 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program provides funding for innovative projects focused on brain tumors, aiming to enhance diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. It supports 3-4 pilot projects each year, encouraging researchers to develop their ideas into full-scale studies or secure independent funding. The program emphasizes collaboration and aims to attract diverse investigators, particularly women and minorities, to contribute to brain tumor research. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatment options and improved outcomes as a result of this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit are individuals diagnosed with brain tumors or those at risk for developing them.
Not a fit: Patients with non-cancerous brain conditions or those not affected by brain tumors may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of brain tumors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research initiatives focused on brain tumors have shown promise in improving treatment outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lesniak, Maciej S — Northwestern University at Chicago
- 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.