Improving cancer prevention services for families in public housing in Virginia
Official title: The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (VA-ACCERT) Center
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-10929740 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve cancer prevention services for people living in public housing in Virginia by bringing together community members and researchers to make sure everyone gets the support they need to stay healthy.
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) | $315,679 |
| NIH project number | 1U19CA291433-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929740 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals and families living in HUD-administered public housing communities in Virginia.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not residing in public housing or those outside of Virginia may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the delivery of cancer prevention services to individuals and families residing in public housing communities managed by HUD in Virginia. It focuses on coordinating efforts among various stakeholders, including community advisory boards, to ensure effective communication and implementation of cancer control strategies. The project will also support training for early-career researchers to engage with communities and address cancer equity issues. By fostering collaboration and capacity building, the initiative seeks to create a sustainable model for cancer prevention in underserved populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to cancer prevention services for vulnerable populations, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research initiatives have shown promise in improving health equity and access to care in underserved communities, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
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
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.