Newly Activated Studies

These studies have recently activated.

More information can be found on CTSU.

URCC-24060: Impact of Targeted Therapy on Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment

Research Base Meetings

NRG Winter Meeting: January 22-26, 2026 - San Francisco, CA

SWOG Spring: April 30-May 2, 2026 - San Francisco, CA

ECOG-ACRIN Spring Meeting: May 5-7, 2026- Baltimore, MD

Alliance Spring: May 13-15, 2026 - Chicago, IL

Accruals, Biospecimens, & Special Entries

Under-Represented Populations

CCDR Corner

LAST MONTH...Give a HOOT and CONNECT!

SMC has been participating in the WF-2301CD study with Christine and Mohsen frequently on top of the accrual list. The study is funded by a unique mechanism called a U34 grant (Wake Forest was actually the first Research Base to receive a U34 grant for a CCDR protocol). Essentially, the U34 is a three year "planning" grant designed to gather data and improve feasibility for a later clinical trial. Because of this, accrual must end December 31st. The study is so close to meeting its goal of 120 patients and 120 caregivers; only 20 dyads remain. Let's help Wake Forest fly over the finish line!

All About AYAs

Diving In!

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness about lung cancer, its risk factors, prevention strategies, the importance of early detection through screenings, and to defeat the stigma associated with the disease. According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is one of the most prevalent and deadly types of cancer. Still, timely interventions and lifestyle changes significantly reduce the risk of lung cancer.

The American Lung Association's "State of Lung Cancer" report explores how lung cancer varies by state and analyzes critical indicators, including incidence, survival, staging, treatment, and screening rates. Currently, in South Carolina, the incidence rate of new lung cancer cases per 100,000 population is 57.6, which is significantly higher than the national rate of 52.8. Over the past five years, the rate of new cases has improved by 13%. In terms of lung cancer survival in SC, the survival rate is 26.8%, significantly lower than the national rate of 29.7%, with more recent studies showing that the five-year survival rate for lung cancer in SC has increased due to early detection methods such as low-dose CT screenings, and the implementation of navigation programs, and community outreach events, that link patients to adequate healthcare services that provide timely treatment and lower mortality rates.

Locally, the Cancer Survivors Park Alliance and Gibbs Cancer Center hosted an awareness program in the Cancer Survivors Park on Friday, November 14th, 2025. The Gibbs Community Outreach and Engagement Team was present to highlight and showcase our cancer center's inflatable lungs at the park, educate the public about signs and symptoms of lung cancer, and le ad activities focused on breathing exercises and loving your lungs!

Highlighting the impact of lung cancer urges organizations, medical professionals, and communities to promote awareness, education, and advocacy efforts in the fight against lung cancer, helping reduce the burden of this devastating disease and providing treatment and support for patients and families.

Follow the button below to explore the American Lung Association's 'State of Lung Cancer' report

State of Lung Cancer