Improving how we measure cancer risk factors and outcomes
Official title: New Epidemiologic Methods for Reducing Measurement Error and Misclassification Bias in Cancer Epidemiology
Funded at Brigham and Women's Hospital · NIH-10932978 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve how we measure things like exercise and diet that can affect cancer risk, so we can get better information to help prevent and treat cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $659,592 |
| NIH project number | 5R01CA279175-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932978 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with a history of cancer or those at high risk due to lifestyle factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no history of cancer or those not engaged in lifestyle behaviors relevant to cancer risk may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the accuracy of measuring factors that contribute to cancer risk, such as physical activity and dietary habits. By addressing the challenges of misclassification in electronic health records and big data sources, the project aims to develop new methods for correcting measurement errors. This will involve conducting validation studies to better understand the relationship between lifestyle behaviors and cancer outcomes. Ultimately, the goal is to provide more reliable data that can inform cancer prevention and treatment strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate identification of cancer risk factors, improving prevention and treatment strategies for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving measurement methods in epidemiology, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Molin — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wang, Molin
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.