NONPROFIT MEMBER: Research Advocacy Network
The mission of the Research Advocacy Network is to develop a network of advocates and researchers who influence cancer research—from initial concept to patient care delivery—through collaboration, education and mutual support. We are dedicated to advancing patient-focused cancer research by fostering interaction among advocates, researchers and related organizations.
Research Advocacy Network PROGRAMS & RESOURCES
Research Engagement
At RAN, we believe that patients and advocates can play valuable roles along the research continuum, from concept development to post-trial communications. Incorporating the patient voice in cancer research is intuitively important and has the potential to help research progress faster and further.
Link to programDownloadable PDF Resources
Research Advocacy Network offers numerous publications and tutorial resources to advocates at no cost. Many are available for immediate download as PDFs.
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The Research Advocacy Network’s Advocate Institute is designed to equip advocates with an understanding of the medical research system, scientific concepts and safeguards for research participants. We develop the tools and resources needed to comprehend research studies and communicate effectively with patients, researchers and other advocates.
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