Creating tailored cervical cancer interventions for diverse Black women
Official title: Development of Tailored, Multilevel Cervical Cancer Interventions for Ethnically Diverse Black Women
Funded at University of Texas Arlington · NIH-10974880 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to create helpful programs that encourage Black women, especially African American and Black African immigrant women, to get screened for cervical cancer by understanding their unique needs and challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Arlington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Arlington, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $477,869 |
| NIH project number | 1R15CA294297-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10974880 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black women, particularly African American and Black African immigrant women, who may benefit from improved cervical cancer screening interventions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black women or those who are not at risk for cervical cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop culturally tailored interventions to improve cervical cancer screening among Black women, particularly African American and Black African immigrant women. It recognizes the unique challenges and differences in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to cervical cancer screening within these populations. By understanding the multilevel determinants that affect screening rates, the project seeks to create effective, evidence-based interventions that address the specific needs of these groups. The ultimate goal is to make these interventions publicly available to enhance cervical cancer control.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates among Black women.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in developing culturally tailored health interventions, indicating potential for this approach to be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Arlington
Arlington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Amuta, Ann Oyare — University of Texas Arlington
- Study coordinator: Amuta, Ann Oyare
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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.