Supporting new researchers in prostate cancer
Official title: Career Enhancement Program
Funded at Dana-Farber Cancer Inst · NIH-10916218 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is here to help new researchers, especially women and those from diverse backgrounds, get the support and guidance they need to study prostate cancer and make a difference in this important field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dana-Farber Cancer Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $237,839 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA272390-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10916218 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are early-career researchers and faculty members focusing on prostate cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a direct interest in prostate cancer may not benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This program aims to provide resources, financial support, and mentorship to faculty members who are transitioning to independent research positions, specifically in the field of prostate cancer. By fostering new talent and diverse ideas, the program seeks to enhance the development of translational research in clinical, basic, and population sciences related to prostate cancer. The initiative includes targeted outreach to encourage applications from women and underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, ensuring a diverse pool of researchers. The program will also support graduate students and post-doctoral fellows from these groups through pre-CEP awards.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to innovative advancements in prostate cancer research and treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Similar programs have successfully enhanced research capabilities and diversity in cancer research, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Beltran, Himisha — Dana-Farber Cancer Inst
- Study coordinator: Beltran, Himisha
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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.