This book describes the principles around which cancer research and clinical trials can be developed. Additionally, by describing the particularities of planning and implementing cancer research in developing countries, this book provides valuable practical information for researchers in resource-rich countries who contemplate cooperating with scientists from limited-resource countries in performing research.Written and edited by leaders in the field who work in these developing countries, Cancer Research and Clinical Trials in Developing Countries: A Practical Guide will appeal to a wide range of researchers, students, and physicians who are engaging in cancer research and clinical trials. It focuses on methodology and statistics while structured around the needs of cancer research. It provides valuable information regarding international collaboration, funding mechanisms as well as publishing and dissemination of research findings.

Introduction: The Need to Conduct Cancer Research in Developing Countries
Stefan, Daniela Cristina
Pages 1-3
Steps of a Research Study: From Research Question to Publication
Ranganathan, Priya (et al.)
Pages 5-28
Types of Research Designs
Moissenko, Fedor (et al.)
Pages 29-39
Clinical Trials in Developing Countries: An Overview
Botha, Matthys (et al.)
Pages 41-54
The Research Protocol
Lopes, Gilberto (et al.)
Pages 55-75
Ethics of Conducting Cancer Research in Developing Countries
Mpolesha, Jean Marie Kabongo (et al.)
Pages 77-94
Data Management and Statistics
Jiang, Jingmei (et al.)
Pages 95-136
Funding for Cancer Research and Clinical Studies in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Welch, John J. (et al.)
Pages 137-189
International Collaboration in Cancer Research
Stefan, Daniela Cristina (et al.)
Pages 191-199
Publication and Dissemination of Research Findings
Johnson, Rebecca (et al.)
Pages 201-212