Improving cancer prevention and control for American Indians and Alaska Natives
Official title: Cancer Prevention and Control
Funded at Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd · NIH-10902013 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about working with American Indian and Alaska Native communities to find better ways to prevent and control cancer, by training local researchers who understand the culture and challenges these communities face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2021 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $594,160 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM141002-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10902013 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals who are affected by or at risk for cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer prevention and control efforts specifically for American Indian and Alaska Native populations. It aims to involve AI/AN individuals as key investigators to ensure that the research is culturally competent and trustworthy. By training AI/AN researchers, the project seeks to address the unique challenges faced by these communities in reducing cancer incidence and mortality. The approach emphasizes building trust and understanding within the community to effectively implement cancer control strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in cancer disparities and improved health outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that involving community members as investigators can lead to more effective health interventions, suggesting a promising approach in this context.
Where this research is happening
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Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Becker, Thomas Mark — Northwest Portland Area Indian Hlth Bd
- Study coordinator: Becker, Thomas Mark
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.