Improving cancer prevention and lung cancer screening in communities
Official title: SIP-24-003 Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network (CPCRN)
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11047139 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about finding better ways to help communities use proven methods for preventing and controlling lung cancer, especially through screening, so that more people can benefit from these important health tools.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $300,000 |
| NIH project number | 1U48DP006841-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11047139 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for lung cancer who are seeking screening options and community members interested in cancer prevention.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for lung cancer or those who are already receiving adequate screening and prevention services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the adoption of effective cancer prevention and control strategies, particularly lung cancer screening, within local communities. The Emory Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network (CPCRN) aims to collaborate with public health agencies and community organizations to implement evidence-based interventions. The project includes conducting reviews of screening tools, surveying healthcare providers, and piloting interventions with patients to assess their effectiveness and feasibility. By translating research into practice, the initiative seeks to reduce cancer morbidity and mortality rates.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased access to effective cancer screening and prevention strategies, ultimately saving lives.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing community-based cancer prevention strategies, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Escoffery, Ngoc-Cam — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Escoffery, Ngoc-Cam
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.