A hub for improving cancer control research in underserved areas.
Research and Methods Core-002
This study is all about finding better ways to tackle cancer in communities facing ongoing poverty, and it aims to bring researchers and local partners together to share knowledge and improve how cancer research is done.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11082240 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer control efforts in areas affected by persistent poverty. It serves as a central resource for providing expertise in study design, statistical analysis, and data management for various cancer-related research projects. The core aims to promote collaboration among researchers and community partners, ensuring that findings are effectively disseminated and utilized. By standardizing data collection and analysis methods, the project seeks to improve the quality and impact of cancer research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in persistent poverty areas who are affected by cancer or at risk of developing cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in persistent poverty areas or who are not affected by cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer control strategies tailored to underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown promise in improving health outcomes in underserved communities, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Oates, Gabriela R — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Oates, Gabriela R
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 below.