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Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Exploring Strategies for Future Research

By: National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute of Medicine,National Cancer Policy Board,Committee on Large-Scale Science and Cancer Research

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Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Exploring Strategies for Future Research

By: National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute of Medicine,National Cancer Policy Board,Committee on Large-Scale Science and Cancer Research

The nature of biomedical research has been evolving in recent years. Technological advances that make it easier to study the vast complexity of biological systems have led to the initiation of projects with a larger scale and scope. In many cases, these large-scale analyses may be the most efficient and effective way to extract functional information from complex biological systems. Large-Scale Biomedical Science: Exploring Strategies for Research looks at the role of these new large-scale projects in the biomedical sciences. Though written by the National Academies' Cancer Policy Board, this book addresses implications of large-scale science extending far beyond cancer research. It also identifies obstacles to the implementation of these projects, and makes recommendations to improve the process. The ultimate goal of biomedical research is to advance knowledge and provide useful innovations to society. Determining the best and most efficient method for accomplishing that goal, however, is a continuing and evolving challenge. The recommendations presented in Large-Scale Biomedical Science are intended to facilitate a more open, inclusive, and accountable approach to large-scale biomedical research, which in turn will maximize progress in understanding and controlling human disease.

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Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Exploring Strategies for Future Research

By: National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute of Medicine,National Cancer Policy Board,Committee on Large-Scale Science and Cancer Research

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Exploring Strategies for Future Research

By: National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Institute of Medicine,National Cancer Policy Board,Committee on Large-Scale Science and Cancer Research

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A Review of the Department of Defense's Program for Breast Cancer Research

By: Institute of Medicine,Committee to Review the Department of Defense's Breast Cancer Research Program

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A Review of the Department of Defense's Program for Breast Cancer Research

By: Institute of Medicine,Committee to Review the Department of Defense's Breast Cancer Research Program

According to current statistical data, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. The five-year survival rate for breast cancer patients has improved in recent years, but the overall mortality rates have changed little. In 1993 Congress allocated $210 million for breast cancer research as part of the Department of Defense budget. An Institute of Medicine (IOM) committee was convened at that time to advise the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command on strategies for managing a breast cancer research program. This book evaluates the program's management and achievements to date. Although it is too early to evaluate the program in terms of breakthrough results and new insights produced by the funded projects or investigators, this book documents the process used to select research proposals for funding and analyzes the portfolio of funded projects in terms of their responsiveness to the recommendations and fundamental questions articulated in the 1993 IOM report.

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0309174562

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9780309174565

The Unequal Burden of Cancer

An Assessment of NIH Research and Programs for Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved

By: Committee on Cancer Research Among Minorities and the Medically Underserved,Institute of Medicine

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The Unequal Burden of Cancer

An Assessment of NIH Research and Programs for Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved

By: Committee on Cancer Research Among Minorities and the Medically Underserved,Institute of Medicine

We know more about cancer prevention, detection, and treatment than ever before--yet not all segments of the U.S. population have benefited to the fullest extent possible from these advances. Some ethnic minorities experience more cancer than the majority population, and poor people--no matter what their ethnicity--often lack access to adequate cancer care. This book provides an authoritative view of cancer as it is experienced by ethnic minorities and the medically underserved. It offers conclusions and recommendations in these areas: Defining and understanding special populations, and improving the collection of cancer-related data. Setting appropriate priorities for and increasing the effectiveness of specific National Institutes of Health (NIH) research programs, to ensure that special populations are represented in clinical trials. Disseminating research results to health professionals serving these populations, with sensitivity to the issues of cancer survivorship. The book provides background data on the nation's struggle against cancer, activities and expenditures of the NIH, and other relevant topics.

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0309514177

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Cancer Research

A Follow-Up

By: Science And Technology Committee,Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Select Committee on Science and Technology

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Cancer Research

A Follow-Up

By: Science And Technology Committee,Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons. Select Committee on Science and Technology

In November 2001 the Committee decided to conduct a short follow-up inquiry to look at the progress made in implementing the Committee's 48 recommendations and the NHS Cancer Plan. This follow-up report concludes that there has been real progress since July 2000 and that the new National Cancer Research Network addresses several recommendations. The merger of the Cancer Research Campaign and the Imperial Cancer Research Fund is also welcomed. Some areas continue to give concern. There is confusion in the field of cancer registration and medical research, and draft regulations are awaited. There is also considerable uncertainty surrounding the delivery of resources.

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0215002393

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Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

By: Institute of Medicine,National Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Sciences,Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy,Committee on Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

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Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

By: Institute of Medicine,National Academy of Engineering,National Academy of Sciences,Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy,Committee on Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research examines current interdisciplinary research efforts and recommends ways to stimulate and support such research. Advances in science and engineering increasingly require the collaboration of scholars from various fields. This shift is driven by the need to address complex problems that cut across traditional disciplines, and the capacity of new technologies to both transform existing disciplines and generate new ones. At the same time, however, interdisciplinary research can be impeded by policies on hiring, promotion, tenure, proposal review, and resource allocation that favor traditional disciplines. This report identifies steps that researchers, teachers, students, institutions, funding organizations, and disciplinary societies can take to more effectively conduct, facilitate, and evaluate interdisciplinary research programs and projects. Throughout the report key concepts are illustrated with case studies and results of the committee's surveys of individual researchers and university provosts.

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0309165482

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9780309165488

Steps Toward Large-Scale Data Integration in the Sciences

Summary of a Workshop

By: National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Applied and Theoretical Statistics

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Steps Toward Large-Scale Data Integration in the Sciences

Summary of a Workshop

By: National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Applied and Theoretical Statistics

Steps Toward Large-Scale Data Integration in the Sciences summarizes a National Research Council (NRC) workshop to identify some of the major challenges that hinder large-scale data integration in the sciences and some of the technologies that could lead to solutions. The workshop was held August 19-20, 2009, in Washington, D.C. The workshop examined a collection of scientific research domains, with application experts explaining the issues in their disciplines and current best practices. This approach allowed the participants to gain insights about both commonalities and differences in the data integration challenges facing the various communities. In addition to hearing from research domain experts, the workshop also featured experts working on the cutting edge of techniques for handling data integration problems. This provided participants with insights on the current state of the art. The goals were to identify areas in which the emerging needs of research communities are not being addressed and to point to opportunities for addressing these needs through closer engagement between the affected communities and cutting-edge computer science.

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0309154421

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Enhancing the Vitality of the National Institutes of Health

Organizational Change to Meet New Challenges

By: National Research Council,Institute of Medicine,Board on Health Sciences Policy,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Life Sciences,Committee on the Organizational Structure of the National Institutes of Health

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Enhancing the Vitality of the National Institutes of Health

Organizational Change to Meet New Challenges

The report says that important organizational changes are needed at the National Institutes of Health to ensure the agency meets future challenges effectively. In particular, the report advises NIH to devote additional resources to innovative interdisciplinary research that reflects its strategic objectives and cuts across all agency's institutes and centers. The report recommends that Congress should establish a formal process for determining how specific proposals for changes in the number of NIH agencies and centers should be addressed.

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0309167116

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Book's by Committee on Large-Scale Science and Cancer Research

Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Large-Scale Biomedical Science

Large-Scale Biomedical Science

A Review of the Department of Defense's Program for Breast Cancer Research

A Review of the Department of Defense's Program for Breast Cancer Research

The Unequal Burden of Cancer

The Unequal Burden of Cancer

Cancer Research

Cancer Research

Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research

Steps Toward Large-Scale Data Integration in the Sciences

Steps Toward Large-Scale Data Integration in the Sciences

Enhancing the Vitality of the National Institutes of Health

Enhancing the Vitality of the National Institutes of Health

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