Improving cancer prevention and control strategies in communities.
Prevention Research Centers' Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network: UPenn Prevention Research Center
The University of Pennsylvania is working to help prevent cancer and improve health for underserved communities by teaming up with local partners to make sure everyone has access to effective health strategies and support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11048416 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of Pennsylvania Prevention Research Center aims to enhance cancer prevention and control efforts by collaborating with various partners. This initiative focuses on implementing evidence-based strategies to improve health equity, particularly in underserved and minority communities. The center will engage in community-based research, translating effective interventions into practice while ensuring they are accessible to those who need them most. Activities will include collaboration on research projects, dissemination of findings, and training initiatives to empower communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from underserved and minority communities at risk for cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of underserved or minority communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention strategies that are accessible to diverse communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on community-based cancer prevention have shown success in improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Glanz, Karen — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Glanz, Karen
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.