Helping young adult testicular cancer survivors manage their health and emotions
Official title: A Biobehavioral Intervention to Reduce Adverse Outcomes in Young Adult Testicular Cancer Survivors
Funded at University of California-Irvine · NIH-10881967 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a supportive program designed to help young adult testicular cancer survivors feel better both physically and emotionally as they adjust back to everyday life after treatment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project start | July 8, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $625,394 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA276143-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10881967 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are young adults who have been diagnosed with testicular cancer and are in the survivorship phase of their treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not survivors of testicular cancer or those who are not in the young adult age range may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a biobehavioral intervention aimed at reducing the negative physical and emotional effects experienced by young adult survivors of testicular cancer. It addresses the unique challenges these individuals face, such as psychological distress and difficulties in pursuing life goals after treatment. The intervention will utilize behavioral strategies to help participants manage their emotions and improve their overall well-being, particularly during the critical transition back to everyday life. By targeting the biobehavioral aspects of survivorship, the research aims to create a supportive framework for these young adults.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the mental and physical health outcomes for young adult testicular cancer survivors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that behavioral interventions can be effective in improving outcomes for cancer survivors, suggesting a promising avenue for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of California-Irvine
Irvine, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoyt, Michael a — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Hoyt, Michael a
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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.