Building community trust in cancer research and care
Official title: Community Collaborations Core
Funded at Howard University · NIH-11011788 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Howard University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $100,674 |
| NIH project number | 1U54CA295337-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11011788 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds living in the DC-Baltimore region who are affected by cancer disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not from the targeted communities or who do not face disparities in cancer care may not benefit from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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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.