A hub for improving cancer screening access in Virginia
Official title: Virginia Cancer Screening Research Network Access Hub (Virginia CSRN Hub)
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-11248201 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier for people to get cancer screenings and follow-up care, and it's looking for 2,000 participants to help improve how we detect and prevent cancer in our communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | March 7, 2024 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $502,745 |
| NIH project number | 3UG1CA287017-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11248201 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals in Virginia who are at risk for cancer and are seeking screening services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not residents of Virginia or those who do not meet the criteria for cancer screening may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to cancer screening services through the Virginia Cancer Screening Research Network Access Hub. It aims to increase patient recruitment from 1,600 to 2,000 individuals to better understand the costs associated with follow-up care for positive multi-cancer detection tests. The project involves collaboration among multiple health systems, cancer centers, and research networks to conduct clinical trials and longitudinal studies, ultimately improving cancer detection and prevention efforts. Patients will be engaged in a network that emphasizes community involvement and comprehensive care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to cancer screening and better outcomes for patients through early detection.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving cancer screening access through collaborative networks, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krist, Alexander H — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Krist, Alexander H
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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.