Cancer Research Infrastructure
The National Cancer Act of 1971 authorized NCI to coordinate cancer research across the United States. In the ensuing decades, NCI has built and maintained an infrastructure that coordinates research studies and clinical trials and makes a wide variety of resources available to the cancer research community.
Clinical Trials Programs and Initiatives
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National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN)
NCTN coordinates and supports cancer clinical trials at thousands of sites across the United States, Canada, and internationally.
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NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP)
NCORP brings cancer trials and care delivery research to people in their communities.
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Clinical Trials Innovation Unit (CTIU)
The CTIU aims to improve clinical care and equitable clinical trial participation through innovative science, new trial designs, and operational efficiencies.
NCI-Funded Research Organizations
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NCI-Designated Cancer Centers
NCI recognizes centers around the country that meet rigorous standards for delivering cutting-edge cancer care and conducting state-of-the-art research.
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Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNLCR)
The FNLCR is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center that brings together public and private partners to address significant cancer research challenges.
Technology in Cancer Research
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Bioinformatics, Big Data, and Cancer
NCI democratizes access to a massive amount of cancer research data that will help answer complex biological questions.
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Artificial Intelligence and Cancer
NCI is advancing the use of AI applications in cancer research and care with the aim of using large volumes of data to create better outcomes for people with cancer.