Improving cancer prevention through better understanding of behavior change.
Accelerating Behavioral and Social Sciences through Ontology Development and Application: NIH Research Network Project (APRICOT).
This study is working on a way to make it easier for researchers to share and understand how different behaviors, like quitting smoking or being more active, can help prevent cancer, so they can create better tools to support people in making healthy changes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University College London NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (London, United Kingdom) |
| Project ID | NIH-10938088 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing behavioral research in cancer prevention by developing a comprehensive ontology that clarifies and standardizes how behavioral interventions are reported. The project aims to extend the Behavior Change Intervention Ontology (BCIO) to include more detailed information on key behaviors like tobacco use and physical activity. Additionally, it seeks to integrate this ontology with real-world data to better understand the social and environmental factors affecting health. By creating tools and resources for researchers, this project aims to improve the effectiveness of behavior change interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in cancer prevention and behavior change, particularly those affected by tobacco use or physical inactivity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not focused on behavioral changes related to cancer prevention may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention strategies by providing clearer insights into behavior change.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using ontologies to improve clarity and interoperability in behavioral health studies, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
London, United Kingdom
- University College London — London, United Kingdom (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Michie, Susan — University College London
- Study coordinator: Michie, Susan
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.