Enhancing the accuracy of cancer registry data
Official title: Improving measurement of cancer registry completeness
Funded at Emory University · NIH-10780213 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on better ways to count all cancer cases so that everyone, especially Asian, Native American, and Hispanic communities, is accurately represented, which will help improve cancer prevention and treatment for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $653,500 |
| NIH project number | 1R01CA286051-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10780213 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, particularly those in populations that are often underrepresented in cancer registries.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not part of the targeted racial and ethnic groups or those who do not have cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving how cancer registries measure their completeness, which is essential for effective cancer control and resource allocation. By developing new methods to estimate the true number of cancer cases, the project aims to ensure that all populations, including Asian, Native American, and Hispanic communities, are accurately represented. The approach involves comparing expected cancer cases to reported cases, addressing gaps in current methodologies that often overlook certain demographics. This work is crucial for designing better prevention, screening, and treatment strategies tailored to diverse populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate cancer data, ultimately improving cancer prevention and treatment strategies for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that improving data collection methods in cancer registries can enhance public health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lash, Timothy L. — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Lash, Timothy L.
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.