How socioeconomic factors affect childhood cancer outcomes
Socioeconomic determinants of childhood cancer outcomes in a large contemporary cohort
This study looks at how a family's financial situation affects how well children with leukemia do, especially by examining differences based on race and ethnicity, and it aims to gather insights from families involved in the Childhood Cancer Registration Network to help understand these issues better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005766 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of socioeconomic status on the survival rates of children diagnosed with cancer, particularly leukemia. By analyzing data from a large cohort of over 56,000 childhood cancer cases, the study aims to identify disparities in outcomes based on race and ethnicity. The research utilizes geocoding and socioeconomic data to better understand the underlying causes of these disparities. Parents and children involved in the Childhood Cancer Registration Network will provide valuable information to help contextualize these findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who have been diagnosed with leukemia and their families.
Not a fit: Patients diagnosed with cancers other than leukemia or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies and support systems for children from disadvantaged backgrounds facing cancer.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that socioeconomic factors significantly influence cancer outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marcotte, Erin — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Marcotte, Erin
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.