Developing a lung cancer screening model specifically for Veterans
Official title: Creating a Veteran's specific risk model to improve lung cancer screening
Funded at Veterans Health Administration · NIH-10975927 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to develop a better way to determine which Veterans should get screened for lung cancer earlier, taking into account their unique risks from military service, like exposure to harmful substances, so they can get the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | October 1, 2022 |
| Project end | September 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01CX002468-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10975927 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Veterans who have a history of smoking or exposure to known lung cancer risk factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Veterans or do not have significant risk factors for lung cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a lung cancer screening eligibility model tailored for Veterans, addressing the shortcomings of current guidelines that primarily focus on civilian populations. It recognizes that Veterans face unique risks for lung cancer due to factors such as exposure to Agent Orange, asbestos, and other harmful substances during service. By incorporating both general population and Veteran-specific risk factors, the study seeks to identify high-risk groups among Veterans who may benefit from earlier and more effective lung cancer screening. The approach involves analyzing various risk factors, including smoking history and service-related exposures, to improve screening outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate lung cancer screenings for Veterans, potentially saving lives through earlier detection.
How similar studies have gone: While similar models have been successful in civilian populations, this approach is novel as it specifically addresses the unique risks faced by Veterans.
Where this research is happening
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Veterans Health Administration
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grogan, Eric L — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Grogan, Eric L
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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.