Supporting new researchers in HIV-related cancers
Developmental Core
This study is all about helping new researchers who are looking into lung cancer related to HIV by giving them support, mentorship, and resources to grow their projects and work together across different countries.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Case Western Reserve University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10904975 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on building a supportive infrastructure for junior investigators working on HIV-associated cancers, particularly lung cancer. It aims to recruit and fund new researchers, providing them with mentorship and resources to develop their projects. The program will facilitate collaboration across three institutions in different countries, utilizing innovative methods like peer-to-peer mentoring and online workshops to enhance research capabilities. By fostering new talent in this critical area, the initiative seeks to advance understanding and treatment of cancers related to HIV.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include junior researchers and faculty members focused on HIV-related malignancies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a direct connection to HIV-associated cancers may not receive benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for patients with HIV-associated cancers.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in fostering new talent and advancing research in oncology, particularly through established mentorship programs.
Where this research is happening
Cleveland, United States
- Case Western Reserve University — Cleveland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dowlati, Afshin — Case Western Reserve University
- Study coordinator: Dowlati, Afshin
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.