Improving cancer control and health equity for marginalized communities
Official title: The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (ACCERT) Center
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-10929741 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how social factors impact people in marginalized communities who are dealing with advanced cancer, and it aims to create better support and solutions that fit their unique needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $365,918 |
| NIH project number | 1U19CA291433-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929741 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from marginalized communities who are affected by advanced cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to marginalized communities or those not affected by advanced cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the social drivers of health that affect marginalized communities in relation to advanced cancer. It employs a collaborative approach involving a team of experts from Virginia Commonwealth University and Eastern Virginia Medical School, who will utilize both quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate interventions. The project aims to enhance community engagement, develop effective measures, and ensure ethical data management while disseminating findings to improve cancer control strategies. Patients may benefit from tailored interventions designed to address their specific health needs and barriers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer control strategies that specifically address the needs of marginalized communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health equity through community-engaged approaches, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krist, Alexander H — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Krist, Alexander H
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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.