Survivorship Research
The Adult Survivorship Program is an umbrella for many different types of research regarding the care and outcomes of cancer patients and survivors. Please see here a description of our ongoing research and current opportunities to participate in studies.
We recently hired a full-time, Survivorship Clinical Research Coordinator who works on several different Survivorship research studies.
We recently hired a full-time, Survivorship Clinical Research Coordinator who works on several different Survivorship research studies.
Dana-Farber is hosting the national survivorship research conference this fall
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Cancer Centers Survivorship Research Forum 2025 📅 September 18 | 9:00 AM – September 19 | 4:30 PM EDT 📍 Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA Hosted by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, this premier event brings together leading researchers, healthcare professionals, and advocates to explore the latest advancements in cancer survivorship research. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain insights from top experts, and connect with peers dedicated to improving the care and well-being of cancer survivors. |
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Please share with your oncology team & researchers!
Sexual Health: Current Studies for Survivors
SHAREonline is a study for young female cancer survivors who are experiencing changes in sexual health and function. We know this is a common problem for many women after cancer treatment. The purpose of this research is to compare two brief interventions delivered by videoconference to learn if they help women effectively manage these changes and restore sexual health and functioning.
You may be eligible if you:
• Are a woman age 19-49
• Were diagnosed with cancer at least 1 year ago
• Are bothered by changes in sexual functioning
Contacts for more information or check out the study brochure below:
Email: [email protected]; Website: sharesurvivorship.com; Phone #: 617.582.8260
You may be eligible if you:
• Are a woman age 19-49
• Were diagnosed with cancer at least 1 year ago
• Are bothered by changes in sexual functioning
Contacts for more information or check out the study brochure below:
Email: [email protected]; Website: sharesurvivorship.com; Phone #: 617.582.8260
Gastrointestinal Oncology: Current Studies for Survivors
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ACTION
If you have completed a surgery for colon cancer and plan to begin chemotherapy (or have recently started), you may be eligible for the ACTION research study. This study is investigating if physical activity helps people with colon cancer better tolerate their chemotherapy. You may be able to join this study if:
- You have stage II or III colon cancer
- Plan to start chemotherapy (or have recently started chemotherapy)
- You do not exercise more than 60 minutes per week
If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, please contact [email protected].
Tools to Be Fit (TTBF)
Tools to Be Fit is a fully remote diet and lifestyle study done in conjunction with University of California San Francisco (UCSF). This study is investigating which tools can help cancer survivors eat well and be physically active to improve survivorship care. If you choose to participate, you will be in the study for approximately 1 year. You may be eligible if you:
- Have been diagnosed with an invasive cancer (including bladder, breast, colon, endometrial, kidney (renal cell carcinoma), ovarian, prostate, or rectal cancer)
- Have completed treatment
- Have regular access to a smartphone
If you are interested in participating or would like to learn more, please email [email protected] or visit toolstobefit.eurekaplatform.org.
PROPEL
If you’re currently undergoing or have recently completed chemotherapy and/or radiation PRIOR to surgery for rectal cancer, you may be eligible to participate in a study aiming to determine if a hybrid-based prehabilitation exercise program prior to surgery helps improve post-operative outcomes. You may be eligible for this study if:
- You have stage II or III rectal cancer
- You are currently undergoing or have just completed neoadjuvant chemotherapy or radiation prior to surgery
- You do not exercise more than 60 minutes per week
Psychosocial/Healthy Living Survivorship Research
Sexual Health
Feedback on Sexual Health Survey for Young Adult Survivors
Researchers at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are conducting a research study for young adult cancer survivors about relationships and sexual health. The purpose of this study is to learn directly from young adults about how to best ask about concerns in these areas.
Participation in this study would involve meeting one-on-one over Zoom with a member of our study team to review some commonly used questions about relationships and sexual health and provide feedback on how they could be improved for young adult cancer survivors. You would receive a $50 gift certificate to thank you for your participation.
You may be eligible if you are a cancer survivor age 18-39 who has completed cancer treatment and has concerns about relationships and sexual health.
If you would like to participate or have questions about this study, contact a study coordinator at 617-582-8260 or [email protected] and a member of the study team will respond. You will be asked a few questions to determine whether you are eligible for this study.
Sleep Survivorship Research
Sleep Treatment Education Program for Young Adult Cancer Survivors (STEP-YA)
The Sleep Treatment Education Program for Young Adult Cancer Survivors (STEP-YA), is a study of online education to help cancer survivors age 20-39 who have completed their treatment and are still experiencing insomnia. The purpose of the study is to learn if a single online education session, either with or without two telephone coaching sessions, can help improve survivors’ sleep. Participants in this study will first complete health questionnaires and then be randomized to the STEP-YA session either alone or with coaching phone calls one and two weeks later. STEP-YA is delivered by an instructor over videoconference and teaches survivors how to make changes to their sleep habits and health behaviors to improve their sleep. Participants will also complete questionnaires at the time of their session and again 1 and 2 months later and will receive up to $60 in gift cards for completing all surveys.
Watch our short 90 second video and check out more information at www.stepforsleep.com.
If you would like to participate or have questions about this study, contact a study coordinator at 617-582-8260 or [email protected] and a member of the study team will respond. You will be asked a few questions to determine whether you are eligible for this study.
Inclusion Criteria for the Study
If you would like to participate or have questions about this study, contact a study coordinator at 617-582-8260 or [email protected] and a member of the study team will respond. You will be asked a few questions to determine whether you are eligible for this study.
Sleep Treatment Education Program for Young Adult Cancer Survivors (STEP-YA)
The Sleep Treatment Education Program for Young Adult Cancer Survivors (STEP-YA), is a study of online education to help cancer survivors age 20-39 who have completed their treatment and are still experiencing insomnia. The purpose of the study is to learn if a single online education session, either with or without two telephone coaching sessions, can help improve survivors’ sleep. Participants in this study will first complete health questionnaires and then be randomized to the STEP-YA session either alone or with coaching phone calls one and two weeks later. STEP-YA is delivered by an instructor over videoconference and teaches survivors how to make changes to their sleep habits and health behaviors to improve their sleep. Participants will also complete questionnaires at the time of their session and again 1 and 2 months later and will receive up to $60 in gift cards for completing all surveys.
Watch our short 90 second video and check out more information at www.stepforsleep.com.
If you would like to participate or have questions about this study, contact a study coordinator at 617-582-8260 or [email protected] and a member of the study team will respond. You will be asked a few questions to determine whether you are eligible for this study.
Inclusion Criteria for the Study
- Age 20-39
- Cancer diagnosis (except NMSC) ≥ 1 year prior
- No cancer therapy in the past four months & no future cancer therapy planned (excepting chemoprevention)
- Read and write in English
- Significant insomnia
If you would like to participate or have questions about this study, contact a study coordinator at 617-582-8260 or [email protected] and a member of the study team will respond. You will be asked a few questions to determine whether you are eligible for this study.
Exercise/Healthy Living Studies
Exercise Research Opportunities for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors:
If you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer, you may be eligible for a study investigating whether high-intensity interval training can help improve cognitive function. You may be able to join this study if:
If you are a breast cancer survivor, you may be eligible for one of two studies. 1) A study to investigate whether exercise can improve fat tissue inflammation; 2) a study to investigate if exercise can lessen risk factors related to coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes in Latinas. You may be able to join one of these studies if:
Fatigue Study
Improving Patient-Important Outcomes with Testosterone Replacement in Hypogonadal Men with a Prior History of Cancer
Men age 18-50 years who are cancer survivors are needed for a 9-month study evaluating the effects of testosterone replacement on fatigue, sexual function, muscle strength and quality of life.
You may be eligible to participate in this study:
For more information: 1-617-525-8407, Email: [email protected]; Download the Study Brochure
Exercise Research Opportunities for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors:
If you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer, you may be eligible for a study investigating whether high-intensity interval training can help improve cognitive function. You may be able to join this study if:
- You are scheduled to receive (neo)adjuvant chemotherapy for stage I-III breast cancer
- You do not exercise more than 60 minutes a week
If you are a breast cancer survivor, you may be eligible for one of two studies. 1) A study to investigate whether exercise can improve fat tissue inflammation; 2) a study to investigate if exercise can lessen risk factors related to coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes in Latinas. You may be able to join one of these studies if:
- You have completed treatments to treat stage I-III breast cancer
- You do not exercise more than 60 minutes a week
- You self-identify as Latina (only necessary for one of the two studies)
Fatigue Study
Improving Patient-Important Outcomes with Testosterone Replacement in Hypogonadal Men with a Prior History of Cancer
Men age 18-50 years who are cancer survivors are needed for a 9-month study evaluating the effects of testosterone replacement on fatigue, sexual function, muscle strength and quality of life.
You may be eligible to participate in this study:
- If you are a cancer survivor
- If you received chemotherapy or radiation therapy in the past
- If your cancer is in remission for at least a year
For more information: 1-617-525-8407, Email: [email protected]; Download the Study Brochure
Cancer Toxcities Research
Cardiology
Endocrinology
Gynecology
Nephrology
Psychosocial/Healthy Living Survivorship Research
Mental/Emotional Health
Cardiology
Endocrinology
Gynecology
Nephrology
Psychosocial/Healthy Living Survivorship Research
Mental/Emotional Health