Building cancer control capacity in Nigeria
Official title: Research and Capacity Building Core
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11178811 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving cancer care in Nigeria by training local researchers and healthcare workers in new and creative ways, so they can come up with better solutions to fight cancer in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $149,988 |
| NIH project number | 3U54CA284110-02S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11178811 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include early-career healthcare professionals and researchers in Nigeria focused on cancer control.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in cancer control research or do not reside in Nigeria may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cancer control in Nigeria by developing a US-Nigerian Cancer Control Center focused on implementation science and equity. It will train early-career Nigerian researchers and practitioners through innovative methods like crowdsourcing and apprenticeships, fostering skills necessary for effective cancer interventions. The program includes both in-person and online training opportunities to encourage the development of pilot studies that address cancer control challenges in Nigeria.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve cancer control efforts and outcomes in Nigeria by increasing the availability and effectiveness of evidence-based interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches in capacity building and implementation science have shown success in other regions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Iwelunmor, Juliet — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Iwelunmor, Juliet
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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.