Improving cancer prevention and care in Latin America.
UC Davis Multi-Disciplinary Cancer Research Training Program to Advance Precision Cancer Prevention and Care in Latin America.
This study is working to improve cancer care in Colombia and Peru by training healthcare providers to create personalized treatment tools that fit the unique genetic backgrounds of local people, all while teaming up with researchers from the US to help tackle the rising cancer rates in these areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909271 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer prevention and treatment strategies in Latin America, particularly in Colombia and Peru. It aims to develop training programs for healthcare providers to create precision oncology tools tailored to the genetic and ancestral profiles of local populations. By fostering collaborations between US researchers and Latin American institutions, the project seeks to address the growing cancer burden in these regions and improve patient outcomes. The methodology includes educational initiatives and the adaptation of existing cancer control frameworks to better suit the needs of Latin American patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals in Latin America, particularly in Colombia and Peru, who are at risk of or affected by cancer.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Latin America or those whose cancer treatment does not require precision approaches based on genetic profiles may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention and treatment strategies specifically designed for Latin American populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives have shown success in adapting cancer treatment strategies to local populations, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carvajal Carmona, Luis Guillermo — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Carvajal Carmona, Luis Guillermo
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.