Enhanced breast and cervical cancer screening in Kenya through implementation science and training
Official title: Enhanced BReast and cErvical cAncer screening in Kenya THROUGH implementation science research and training (The BREAKTHROUGH Center)
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11416605 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A Breakthrough center project in Kenya aims to improve breast and cervical cancer screening, follow-up, and treatment through real-world implementation approaches and training.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $360,968 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA284036-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11416605 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals in Kenya and similar settings who are at risk for or affected by breast or cervical cancer and who participate in screening and care pathways.
✕Less likely to help
The project may have limited direct benefit for individuals who are not engaged in screening programs or who live far from participating facilities.
What this research studies
This project partners Emory University, Kenyatta National Hospital, and the University of Washington to strengthen cancer screening programs in Kenya and address late-stage disease. It uses implementation science to identify sustainable, scalable strategies and builds research and clinical capacity through an Administrative and Engagement Core plus two research projects. The effort includes collaboration with community, clinical, and government stakeholders to ensure changes reach patients where they are. Training and capacity-building will help local teams implement proven screening and care pathways more effectively. The goal is to reduce preventable cancer morbidity and mortality by improving access to high-quality care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients in Kenya and similar settings could experience earlier cancer detection and better access to timely treatment.
How similar studies have gone: Previous implementation science efforts in cancer care have shown that multi-stakeholder approaches can improve screening uptake and care pathways, though context matters.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chung, Michael Hoonbae — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Chung, Michael Hoonbae
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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.