Concerns rise over increased industry sponsorship in cancer clinical trials

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A growing reliance on industry-sponsored cancer clinical trials in the United States is a reason for concern, say researchers from the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center.

University of North Carolina Health CareOct 8 2024

Lagging federal funding of trials will reduce critical research in areas like cancer prevention, screening, symptom management and health disparities, said Sharpless, a professor of cancer policy and innovation at UNC School of Medicine. "To sustain progress and address these gaps, we need diversified funding and strong advocacy to ensure that all patient populations benefit from research advancements.

Related StoriesAbdou and Sharpless outlined a four-point call to action to address the growing disparity between industry and federally funded trials: 2. Diversify Funding Sources: It is imperative to explore alternative funding sources, such as state-level funding, industry-academia collaborations and philanthropy, in order to support a wider range of clinical trials.

 

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