Annual conference on cancer health disparities in racial and ethnic minorities
Official title: AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved
Funded at American Association for Cancer Research · NIH-10907303 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This conference series is all about bringing together experts to talk about the differences in cancer care and outcomes for racial and ethnic minorities and underserved communities, with the goal of finding ways to improve health for everyone affected by cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | American Association for Cancer Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $86,565 |
| NIH project number | 2R13CA239609-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-10907303 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups and those who are medically underserved.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to racial or ethnic minority groups or who are not part of medically underserved populations may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This conference series focuses on the science of cancer health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities and medically underserved populations. It aims to bring together researchers, patient advocates, and public health experts to discuss a wide range of topics related to cancer disparities. The conferences will feature presentations from various fields, including basic, population, behavioral, and clinical research, fostering collaboration and stimulating new research initiatives. By addressing the full spectrum of cancer health disparities, the conference seeks to promote understanding and develop strategies to reduce these disparities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and strategies to reduce cancer health disparities, ultimately benefiting underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences on cancer health disparities have successfully advanced knowledge and collaboration in the field, indicating a strong potential for continued success with this series.
Where this research is happening
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American Association for Cancer Research
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Foti, Margaret — American Association for Cancer Research
- Study coordinator: Foti, Margaret
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.