Accelerating the adoption of technologies for cancer screening and early detection
Official title: Dissemination Core
Funded at Rice University · NIH-10928786 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier and faster to use new cancer screening tools, especially for cervical cancer, in places that need them most, like the US, Brazil, and Mozambique, so that more people can get checked and catch any issues early.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rice University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 13, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $121,710 |
| NIH project number | 5U54EB034652-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10928786 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals in medically underserved communities who are at risk for cervical cancer and could benefit from improved screening technologies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already receiving adequate cancer screening and care may not see significant benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the speed and effectiveness of adopting point-of-care (POC) technologies for cancer screening, particularly for cervical cancer. It involves engaging with clinical and user needs to inform the development of these technologies, addressing barriers to their integration into healthcare systems, and providing training for developers and users. The project will conduct needs assessments in various underserved locations, including the US, Brazil, and Mozambique, to identify high-priority areas for intervention. The goal is to enhance equitable access to cancer screening and early detection through effective communication and collaboration.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accessible and effective cancer screening technologies, improving early detection rates and patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving healthcare delivery through the adoption of innovative technologies, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
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Rice University
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Richards-Kortum, Rebecca R. — Rice University
- Study coordinator: Richards-Kortum, Rebecca 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.