Excellent translational research in oncology: A journey towards novel and more effective anti-cancer therapies

Mol Oncol. 2016 May;10(5):645-51. doi: 10.1016/j.molonc.2015.12.007. Epub 2015 Dec 23.

Abstract

Comprehensive Cancer Centres (CCCs) serve as critical drivers for improving cancer survival. In Europe, we have developed an Excellence Designation System (EDS) consisting of criteria to assess "excellence" of CCCs in translational research (bench to bedside and back), with the expectation that many European CCCs will aspire to this status.

Keywords: Excellence; Performance assessment; Quality improvement; Translational research.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cancer Care Facilities* / standards
  • Europe
  • Humans
  • Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Quality of Health Care* / standards
  • Translational Research, Biomedical* / methods
  • Translational Research, Biomedical* / standards