Training young scientists to improve ovarian cancer detection and treatment
Official title: Career Enhancement Program
Funded at University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr · NIH-10931385 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Career Enhancement Program at MD Anderson is helping young scientists learn and grow so they can find better ways to detect, prevent, and treat ovarian cancer, with the goal of making life easier for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $81,388 |
| NIH project number | 5P50CA281701-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931385 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are individuals interested in ovarian cancer research and those who may be affected by the disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in ovarian cancer research or do not have a direct connection to the disease may not receive benefits from this program.
What this research studies
The Career Enhancement Program at MD Anderson aims to train promising young investigators to advance the early detection, prevention, and treatment of ovarian cancer. This program provides funding and mentorship to selected scientists, helping them develop individualized plans that include formal coursework, leadership training, and networking opportunities with experts in the field. By focusing on a diverse group of candidates, the program seeks to foster the next generation of leaders in ovarian cancer research, ultimately aiming to reduce the disease's impact on patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in the early detection and treatment of ovarian cancer, improving outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous iterations of similar programs have successfully developed numerous young investigators who have made significant contributions to ovarian cancer research.
Where this research is happening
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University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bast, Robert C — University of Tx Md Anderson Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Bast, Robert C
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.