Building research capacity to improve cancer care for people living with HIV
Official title: Developmental Core
Funded at Lsu Health Sciences Center · NIH-10909009 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people with HIV by improving how we prevent, find, and treat cancers like Kaposi sarcoma, and it’s designed for researchers in Tanzania and Zambia who want to learn more and work together with experts from the U.S.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lsu Health Sciences Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $131,115 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA277846-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10909009 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who are at risk for or affected by HIV-associated cancers, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have HIV or are not at risk for HIV-associated malignancies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancers associated with HIV, particularly Kaposi sarcoma. It aims to build a sustainable research network in Africa, specifically in Tanzania and Zambia, by training local researchers and fostering collaborations with U.S. institutions. The program will provide mentorship and training for early-career researchers, helping them develop skills in implementation science, immunology, and histopathology related to HIV-associated malignancies. By improving research infrastructure and knowledge, the project seeks to address the ongoing challenges faced by people living with HIV.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer treatment and care for individuals living with HIV, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in building research capacity and improving cancer care in similar settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Lsu Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: West, John T. — Lsu Health Sciences Center
- Study coordinator: West, John T.
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.