Improving cancer prevention and control in underserved communities in Virginia
Official title: Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (VA-ACCERT) Center
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-10929739 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving cancer prevention and care for people living in public housing in Virginia, and it invites community members to help shape the solutions that work best for them.
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) | $1,895,094 |
| NIH project number | 1U19CA291433-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929739 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals living in public housing or low-income communities who are at risk for or affected by cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not reside in Virginia or those not living in income-based communities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (VA-ACCERT) Center focuses on enhancing cancer prevention and control services in public housing communities across Virginia. This initiative involves collaboration between academic institutions and community members to address health disparities in cancer outcomes. By utilizing community engagement and established theoretical models, the project aims to adapt and implement evidence-based interventions tailored to the needs of marginalized populations. Participants may have opportunities to contribute as advisors or co-leads in research efforts.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce cancer health disparities and improve outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in community-based interventions aimed at improving health equity, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fuemmeler, Bernard F — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Fuemmeler, Bernard F
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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.