Exploring genetic factors and environmental influences on cancer risk
Statistical Genetics and Genomics for Epidemiologic Research
This study is looking at how your genes and things like drinking alcohol can work together to affect your risk of prostate cancer, so you can better understand how these factors might influence your health and treatment options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10426287 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how genetic variants associated with diseases, particularly prostate cancer, interact with environmental factors and lifestyle choices, such as alcohol consumption. By developing advanced statistical methods, the project aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms behind these interactions and their implications for disease outcomes. Patients may benefit from insights into how their genetic makeup and environmental exposures can influence their cancer risk and treatment responses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with a family history of prostate cancer or those concerned about their alcohol consumption and its potential impact on cancer risk.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a genetic predisposition to prostate cancer or who do not consume alcohol may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized prevention and treatment strategies for cancer based on individual genetic and environmental profiles.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have successfully linked genetic variants to cancer risk, suggesting that this approach has the potential for significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sun, Wei — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Sun, Wei
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.