Building community trust in cancer research and care
Community Collaborations Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · HOWARD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11011788
This study is all about bringing together local communities and cancer researchers in the DC-Baltimore area to build trust, provide educational experiences for high school students, and work together to improve cancer care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | HOWARD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11011788 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Community Collaborations Core (CCC) aims to enhance trust between communities and cancer research institutions by fostering collaborations and providing access to resources. This initiative will engage community members in the DC-Baltimore area, facilitating educational opportunities and summer research experiences for high school students. By incorporating community perspectives into cancer research, the CCC seeks to address and reduce disparities in cancer care and outcomes. The project will also involve advocacy efforts to tackle the root causes of these disparities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds living in the DC-Baltimore region who are affected by cancer disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not from the targeted communities or who do not face disparities in cancer care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to cancer care and resources for underserved communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other community-engaged research initiatives have shown success in improving health outcomes and reducing disparities, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES
- HOWARD UNIVERSITY — WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WILLIAMS, CARLA D — HOWARD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: WILLIAMS, CARLA D
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.
Conditions: Cancer Burden, Cancer Center, Cancer health equity, Comprehensive Cancer Center