Enhancing cancer prevention through partnerships between universities and local health departments
Improving cancer prevention and control through academic-local public health department partnerships
This study is all about finding better ways to prevent cancer by teaming up with local health departments and universities, so they can work together to create helpful programs that fit the needs of different communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11179232 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving cancer prevention and control by fostering collaborations between academic institutions and local public health departments. It aims to identify effective strategies for implementing evidence-based programs that can reduce cancer burden in communities. The approach includes surveying existing partnerships, conducting qualitative interviews, and refining strategies to enhance the effectiveness of these collaborations. By engaging both practitioners and academics, the project seeks to create tailored solutions that can be applied in various local contexts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in communities served by local public health departments that are implementing cancer prevention programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of communities engaged in these public health initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention programs that significantly reduce cancer rates in communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that partnerships between academic institutions and public health departments can enhance the implementation of health programs, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mazzucca-Ragan, Stephanie — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Mazzucca-Ragan, Stephanie
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.