Improving cancer risk identification for patients with inherited cancer syndromes.
Official title: Improving identification and healthcare for patients with Inherited Cancer Syndromes: Evidence-based EMR implementation using a web-based computer platform
Funded at Vanderbilt University Medical Center · NIH-10831647 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help people, especially those in marginalized communities like transgender and gender diverse individuals, better understand their risk for hereditary cancers by using a user-friendly online tool called MeTree to gather important health information, so they can get the right care and support for early detection and prevention.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $100,000 |
| NIH project number | 3U01CA232829-01A1S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10831647 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include transgender, gender diverse, and sex diverse individuals who may be at risk for hereditary cancers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as transgender or gender diverse may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the identification and healthcare of individuals at risk for hereditary cancers, particularly within marginalized communities such as transgender and gender diverse patients. It aims to implement a web-based platform that systematically collects and analyzes risk-related data to improve cancer risk assessments. By utilizing an electronic app called MeTree, the project seeks to ensure accurate and culturally competent data collection, which is crucial for providing appropriate care and interventions. The approach emphasizes early detection and prevention of cancer through better screening practices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer risk assessments and earlier interventions for patients with inherited cancer syndromes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using electronic platforms for health assessments, indicating potential for this approach to effectively address health disparities.
Where this research is happening
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wiesner, Georgia L — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Wiesner, Georgia L
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.