A virtual platform to help prevent skin cancer for outdoor workers
SSW Works: A Virtual Learning Environment for Occupational Skin Cancer Prevention
This study is creating a friendly online program called SSW Works to help outdoor workers learn about sun safety and lower their chances of getting skin cancer, especially focusing on the needs of Hispanic and African American workers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Klein Buendel, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Golden, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10691387 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a virtual learning environment called SSW Works, designed to educate outdoor workers about sun safety and reduce their risk of skin cancer. The program will utilize a database and interactive tools to tailor training to the specific needs of workplaces, particularly focusing on improving safety practices among Hispanic and African American workers. By integrating the latest learning management technology, the program seeks to enhance the effectiveness of sun safety training in various occupational settings. The initiative builds on two decades of previous research demonstrating the importance of sun protection in the workplace.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are outdoor workers, particularly those in industries with high sun exposure, such as construction, agriculture, and landscaping.
Not a fit: Patients who work indoors or have minimal sun exposure may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of skin cancer among outdoor workers by promoting effective sun safety practices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success in implementing sun safety programs in public works and safety training, indicating a strong foundation for this new approach.
Where this research is happening
Golden, United States
- Klein Buendel, INC. — Golden, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buller, Mary K — Klein Buendel, INC.
- Study coordinator: Buller, Mary K
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.