Clinical Trials at the University of Chicago Cancer Research Center

Click here to see a listing of clinical trials that are currently open to accrual at The University of Chicago

Clinical trials enable researchers and clinicians to extend the boundaries of advanced cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment and make it possible for patients to profit from the very latest and most promising therapies.

The UCCRC uses clinical trials to test investigational drugs and to identify effective new cancer therapies. We work diligently to turn laboratory discoveries into clinical applications that bring the benefits of our breakthroughs to patients as soon as it is safe and practicable. We also provide access to clinical trials to community oncologists and minority populations via a network of affiliated hospitals.

Recognized as the leader in cancer clinical trials in Illinois, the UCCRC has earned a reputation for excellence and innovation. The UCCRC:

Receives more than 40 percent of all peer-reviewed funding awarded to the Biological Sciences Division and Hospitals.

Performs more cancer clinical trials than at any other facility in Illinois.

Is one of only two institutions in the country that have both the leaders, and the capacity to conduct all three phases of clinical trials:

Dr. Mark Ratain's Phase I cooperative agreement with the NCI is one of only 15 nationally.

Dr. Everett Vokes' Phase II contract with NCI is one of only eight nationally.

Dr. Richard Schilsky has made UC the host institution for the Cancer and Leukemia Group B, one of the nine national cooperative cancer clinical trials groups, a national network of 29 university medical centers, and over 225 community hospitals and more than 3000 oncology specialists who collaborate in clinical research studies.

Watch "The Importance of Clinical Trials" hosted by Joy Philbin and featuring Dr. Richard Schilsky of the University of Chicago Cancer Research Center and the CALGB national cooperative cancer clinical trials group; (recommended for fast internet connections only; requires QuickTime).

If you want to learn more about the clinical trials program and the trials underway or planned, we invite you to call the Section of Hematology/Oncology (773) 834-7424 for adults or the Pediatric Section of Hematology/Oncology at 773-702-6808 for children.