Evaluating cancer research and education to improve health equity
Official title: Planning and Evaluation Core
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-10929493 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well different programs from the Cancer Research and Education to Advance Health Equity (CREATE) Partnership are working to improve cancer care for everyone, especially those facing challenges, so that patients can receive better support and treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $112,115 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA285115-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929493 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include cancer patients and survivors, particularly those from Hispanic communities or other underserved groups.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with early-stage cancer or those not affected by health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on evaluating the activities and components of the Cancer Research and Education to Advance Health Equity (CREATE) Partnership. It employs a mixed-method approach to assess the effectiveness of various initiatives aimed at reducing disparities in cancer care and outcomes. By integrating innovative evaluation methods, the project aims to support the scientific and programmatic goals of the partnership, ensuring that interventions are data-driven and impactful. Patients may benefit from improved cancer care strategies that are informed by rigorous evaluation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer care strategies that address health disparities and improve outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using mixed-method evaluations to improve health equity in cancer care, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Martinez, Maria Elena — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Martinez, Maria Elena
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.