Community outreach to educate and empower cancer advocates.
Community Outreach Core
This study is all about helping local community members, especially those in Black and Hispanic communities, learn more about cancer and clinical trials so they can share important information and encourage others to get involved in cancer research.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931558 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing community engagement in cancer research by training local advocates to share vital information about cancer and clinical trials. The Community Outreach Core aims to educate diverse populations, particularly Black and Hispanic communities, about cancer research and encourage participation in clinical trials. Through multimedia educational materials and a Community Advocacy Academy, the project seeks to empower community members to become informed advocates for cancer awareness and research. The initiative also supports ongoing cancer research projects, including those on prostate, pancreatic, and lung cancers.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Black and Hispanic individuals aged 21 and older who are interested in cancer advocacy and education.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the targeted communities or those who are not interested in cancer advocacy may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve cancer awareness and participation in clinical trials among underrepresented communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous community engagement initiatives have shown success in increasing awareness and participation in clinical trials among minority populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Webb, Fern Jureidini — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Webb, Fern Jureidini
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.