Improving cancer prevention and treatment for Veterans
BLRD Research Career Scientist Award Application
This study is looking into how cancer develops and how we can better prevent and treat it, especially for Veterans, by focusing on skin and prostate cancers that they often face, including melanoma, which is linked to sun exposure during service.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11103155 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding cancer biology and developing strategies for cancer prevention and treatment, particularly for Veterans. Led by Dr. Nihal Ahmad, the project aims to identify critical molecular events involved in cancer development and progression, with a specific emphasis on skin and prostate cancers that disproportionately affect Veterans. The research includes investigating the mechanisms behind melanoma, a common cancer among Veterans, especially those exposed to high UV radiation during deployments. By uncovering these mechanisms, the research seeks to find novel targets for cancer management and improve patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include Veterans, particularly those at risk for skin and prostate cancers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of cancer or are not Veterans may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for cancer in Veterans, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in identifying molecular targets for cancer treatment, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ahmad, Nihal — Wm S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hosp
- Study coordinator: Ahmad, Nihal
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.