Texas network to bring medical discoveries to patients faster
Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences
This program helps hospitals and universities across Texas work together to speed up new treatments and health programs for people with cancer, heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, and stroke.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11143760 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
They connect six universities and two hospital systems across Texas to share resources, data, and training so discoveries move more quickly from the lab to clinics. The network supports investigators, coordinates clinical trials and community studies, and helps implement evidence-based interventions tailored to local populations. Expansion to include Texas Tech Health El Paso brings the catchment to about 12 million residents, increasing trial access and community outreach. Community engagement and data-driven strategies are used to prioritize projects that address the region's health needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are people living in the partner institutions' regions in Texas, especially those with cancer, cardiac conditions, diabetes, lung disease, or stroke, who can receive care at the listed hospitals or universities.
Not a fit: People outside the Texas partner regions, those without the targeted conditions, or those expecting immediate one-on-one treatment from a single clinic may not see direct benefits from this program right away.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients could get faster access to new treatments, more local clinical trials, and health programs designed for their communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other NIH-supported translational science centers (CTSA hubs) have helped speed clinical trials and community health programs, so this builds on established, successful models.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcpherson, David D — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Mcpherson, David D
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.