How social factors affect breast cancer in African-American women
Impact of social factors on breast cancer biology in African-American women
This study is looking at how things like money and stress in daily life affect breast cancer in African-American women, hoping to find out how these social factors might make the cancer more aggressive and how they work in the body.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Mississippi Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11194597 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of social factors, such as socioeconomic status and social stress, on breast cancer biology specifically in African-American women. It aims to understand how these social determinants contribute to the increased risk and aggressive nature of breast cancer in this population. The study will analyze the role of inflammatory cytokines and microRNAs, which are influenced by stress hormones, in the development and progression of breast cancer. By examining these biological mechanisms, the research seeks to uncover the links between social stressors and cancer outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African-American women diagnosed with breast cancer or at high risk for developing the disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not African-American or those without a diagnosis of breast cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and targeted interventions for breast cancer in African-American women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that social factors can significantly impact health outcomes, but this specific focus on African-American women and breast cancer is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Jackson, United States
- University of Mississippi Med Ctr — Jackson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Singh, Seema — University of Mississippi Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Singh, Seema
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.