A center aimed at reducing cancer disparities in Black and Latino populations.
Official title: 1/3 Florida-California Cancer Research, Education and Engagement (CaRE2) Health Equity Center
Funded at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ · NIH-11010058 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to understand and reduce cancer differences that affect Black and Latino communities in Florida and California, and it's for anyone interested in improving health outcomes in these groups.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2018 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $236,349 |
| NIH project number | 3U54CA233396-07S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11010058 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are Black and Latino individuals, particularly those from American-born, African-born, Caribbean-born, Mexican-American, and Central and South American backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the Black and Latino communities or those not affected by cancer disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Florida-California Cancer Research, Education and Engagement (CaRE2) Health Equity Center focuses on eliminating cancer health disparities affecting Black and Latino communities in Florida and California. This initiative involves collaboration between the University of Florida, Florida A&M University, and the University of Southern California to conduct research that addresses the unique needs of diverse subpopulations. The center aims to train underrepresented scientists and enhance research capacity while studying high-mortality cancers prevalent in these communities. By leveraging the diverse populations in these states, the center seeks to understand and mitigate the factors contributing to cancer disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention and treatment strategies tailored for Black and Latino populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through targeted community engagement and tailored interventions, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reams, Romonia Renee — Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
- Study coordinator: Reams, Romonia Renee
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.