Cancer Imaging Program
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | National Cancer Institute |
| Top Organization | N/A |
| Creation Legislation | Established under the National Cancer Act of 1971 |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | To support and promote research in cancer imaging science and technology, enabling better diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of cancer. It focuses on integrating imaging into clinical practice to improve patient outcomes and advance cancer biology understanding. |
| Program Start | 1971 |
| Initial Funding | Part of the National Cancer Institute's budget |
| Duration | Ongoing |
| Historic | Yes |
Cancer Imaging Program (CIP) within the National Cancer Institute (NCI) is dedicated to the advancement of imaging technologies and methodologies for cancer research. The program supports both basic and applied research, aiming to translate imaging innovations into clinical practice for enhanced cancer detection, treatment planning, and response assessment.
Goals
- Foster development of new imaging techniques and technologies for cancer.
- Integrate imaging research into clinical trials for better patient management.
- Enhance understanding of cancer biology through imaging.
- Promote collaboration across various scientific disciplines for imaging advancements.
Organization
CIP operates under the NCI's Division of Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis (DCTD). It is structured into branches like Imaging Technology, Image-Guided Intervention, Molecular Imaging, and Imaging Informatics, each focusing on different aspects of imaging research. The program is led by a Program Director, with funding coming from the NCI's budget allocation. Governance involves managing grants, supporting clinical trials, and coordinating with other NCI programs.
The leader of the program holds the title of Program Director for the Cancer Imaging Program.
Partners
History
The Cancer Imaging Program was established following the National Cancer Act of 1971, reflecting the need for advanced diagnostic tools in cancer research. Over the decades, CIP has evolved to embrace new imaging technologies like molecular imaging, quantitative imaging, and AI in imaging analysis. It has played a key role in initiatives like the Quantitative Imaging Network (QIN) and the Cancer Imaging Archive (TCIA), showcasing its adaptation to the forefront of cancer research.
Funding
Funding for CIP is part of the broader NCI budget, with specific allocations for imaging research grants, clinical trials, and technology development. There's no specific initial funding amount noted as it's an ongoing part of NCI's research funding since 1971.
Implementation
CIP implements its goals through grants for imaging research, support for clinical trials, and by facilitating the development of imaging standards and tools. It involves a continuous cycle of research, validation, and integration into clinical settings without a defined end date, given the evolutionary nature of imaging technology.
Related
External links
- https://imaging.cancer.gov/
- wikipedia:Cancer Imaging Program
Social media
- No specific social media accounts for CIP, but updates might be shared through NCI's official channels.