Revolutionary Research at the GW Cancer Center
Research at the GW Cancer Center advances knowledge, innovation, and impact across cancer research, care, and control. Our investigators conduct high‑quality, collaborative research that informs prevention, improves diagnosis, and advances cancer treatment. By integrating scientific discovery with clinical insight and public health expertise, the GW Cancer Center translates research into meaningful outcomes for patients, families, and communities.
A Comprehensive Research Enterprise
The GW Cancer Center supports a broad, integrated research enterprise focused on understanding cancer and improving outcomes. Investigators collaborate across disciplines, institutions, and sectors to address cancer’s biological complexity and its effects on individuals and populations. This collaborative approach accelerates discovery, supports innovation, and ensures research responds to real‑world needs.
Collaboration Across Disciplines
Collaboration defines the research environment at the GW Cancer Center. Faculty work across schools, departments, and partner organizations to integrate perspectives from medicine, public health, policy, and basic science. Research partnerships with Children’s National Hospital and the Washington DC VA Medical Center expand access to pediatric and veteran populations, strengthen translational research, and support collaboration across clinical settings.
Research Programs
Research at the GW Cancer Center is organized into three integrated programs that reflect our multidisciplinary approach. These programs align discovery science, clinical investigation, and population‑focused research to address cancer from multiple perspectives and advance prevention, treatment, and outcomes.
Clinical Research and Trials
Clinical research is central to the mission of the GW Cancer Center. Investigators lead and participate in clinical trials that evaluate novel therapies, treatment strategies, and supportive care approaches. These studies expand access to innovative care while contributing evidence that informs standards of practice.
Clinical Trials Office
The Clinical Trials Office provides centralized support for cancer clinical trials at the GW Cancer Center. The office assists investigators with study development, regulatory compliance, participant accrual, and data oversight, helping ensure trials are conducted efficiently, safely, and in alignment with institutional and federal requirements.
Shared Resources and Research Support
The Cancer Center provides shared resources that strengthen research quality, efficiency, and collaboration. These resources offer specialized expertise, infrastructure, and services that support investigators throughout the research process, from study design through data analysis.
Advancing Impact Through Research
Through rigorous investigation and collaboration, research at the GW Cancer Center advances cancer care and control. Our work contributes to evidence‑basedsolutions that improve outcomes and advance health equity, reinforcing GW’s commitment to local, national, and global impact.