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Major Programs

The Division of Cancer Prevention supports major scientific collaborations and research networks at more than100 sites across the United States; investigator-initiated grants; postdoctoral training; and specialized resources for researchers.

Alliance of Glycobiologists for Detection of Cancer

Tumor Glycomics Laboratories reveal cancer-related dynamics of carbohydrates for development of validated clinical biomarkers for early detection.

Barrett's Esophagus Translational Research Network (BETRNet)

Multidisciplinary translational research centers collaborate to better understand the biology of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma to improve risk stratification and develop prevention strategies.

Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program

Postdoctoral opportunities provide training in cancer prevention and control to individuals from a multiplicity of health sciences disciplines.

Community Clinical Oncology Program (CCOP)

NCI prevention, control, and treatment trials are coordinated and integrated to connect more than 4,000 participating physicians and community-based health providers.

Early Detection Research Network (EDRN)

Public and private sector collaborations accelerate the translation of biomarker information and technologies into clinical applications.

Phase 0/I/II Cancer Prevention Clinical Trials Program
(Consortia for Early Phase Prevention Trials)

Six cancer research centers lead multiple collaborative networks to assess potential cancer prevention agents through Phase I and II clinical trials.

PREVENT Cancer Preclinical Drug Development Program

This unique partnership facilitates cancer preventive drug development and clinical trials.

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