CaRE2 Health Center: A Bi-Coastal Cancer Research and Engagement Initiative
Official title: 1/3 Florida-California Cancer Research, Education and Engagement (CaRE2) Health Center
Funded at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ · NIH-11412583 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A multi-institution effort to understand and reduce cancer burden in Florida and California by combining science, community outreach, and training the next generation of cancer researchers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2018 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $792,801 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA233396-09 |
| Project ID | NIH-11412583 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals in Florida and California, especially those at higher risk or with cancer diagnosed in these regions, who may participate in research projects or educational programs.
✕Less likely to help
Some participants may not directly benefit from the research outcomes, depending on the specific study and its stage.
What this research studies
This grant supports a bi-coastal cancer center that brings together Florida A&M University, the University of Florida, and USC-Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center to study cancer differences in diverse populations. It funds translational projects that explore why cancer outcomes differ among communities and to build research capacity at partner institutions. The center will also include education and engagement activities to involve communities and train more cancer researchers. Overall, the goal is to translate discoveries into better prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for people affected by cancer in these regions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients may benefit from insights that lead to tailored prevention, earlier diagnosis, and improved treatments for cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Previous multi-institution cancer research centers have advanced understanding of cancer disparities and generated translational insights, though each center has unique focus and population.
Where this research is happening
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Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reams, Romonia Renee — Florida Agricultural and Mechanical Univ
- Study coordinator: Reams, Romonia Renee
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.