Improving colorectal cancer risk prediction for Black Americans
Official title: Addressing racial disparities in colorectal cancer risk prediction
Funded at Boston University Medical Campus · NIH-11110495 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating easy-to-use online tools to help Black men and women understand their risk for colorectal cancer, so they can get screened earlier and stay healthier.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | June 7, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $602,207 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA286064-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11110495 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black men and women, particularly those under 50 years old, who are at risk for colorectal cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Black or do not have risk factors for colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop new risk prediction tools specifically for Black men and women to better identify those at high risk for colorectal cancer (CRC). By utilizing data from large cohorts of Black adults, the project will create personalized web-based models that account for the unique risk factors affecting this population. The goal is to enhance early screening and intervention strategies, ultimately leading to better health outcomes. The study will validate these tools using data from multiple cohorts to ensure their accuracy and effectiveness.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate risk assessments and earlier screenings for colorectal cancer in Black Americans, potentially reducing incidence and mortality rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that tailored risk prediction tools can improve screening outcomes, but this specific approach for Black Americans is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
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Boston University Medical Campus
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nelson, Kerrie P — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Nelson, Kerrie P
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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.