Beta-thalassemia

specific

An autosomal recessive disorder that affects the production of beta polypeptide chains that are necessary for hemoglobin synthesis. Anemia and failure to thrive are characteristic features.

5

Centers

4

Active Trials

$836K

Cancer Funding

Top Centers for Beta-thalassemia(5)

Ranked by research excellence score (trials · grants · publications). Methodology →

#CenterScore
1
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer CenterNashville, TN
NCI Comprehensive
Active Research Program
61.0
2
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, TX
NCI Comprehensive
Active Research Program
61.0
3
University of Illinois Cancer CenterChicago, IL
Active Research Program
61.0
4
Boston University Cancer CenterBoston, MA
Active Research Program
61.0
5
Abramson Cancer Center of the University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia, PA
NCI Comprehensive
Active Research Program
56.0

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