Improving participation of Hispanic children in cancer clinical trials
Multisite Implementation of COMPRENDO (ChildhOod Malignancy Peer REsearch NavigatiOn) to improve participation of Hispanic children in cancer clinical trials
This study is all about helping Hispanic families with children who have cancer by providing support from trained parents, so they can better understand and feel comfortable joining clinical trials that could help improve their child's care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894170 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the participation of Hispanic children in cancer clinical trials by implementing a peer navigation program called COMPRENDO. The program involves trained parents who provide culturally and linguistically appropriate education to other parents and guardians of children with cancer. By addressing barriers such as inadequate research literacy, the project seeks to improve understanding and decision-making regarding clinical trial participation. The initiative is crucial as it targets a demographic that is currently underrepresented in clinical trials, thereby aiming to reduce disparities in cancer outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic children diagnosed with cancer and their parents or guardians.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Hispanic or do not have a cancer diagnosis may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased enrollment of Hispanic children in cancer clinical trials, ultimately improving their survival rates and health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with peer navigation models in improving clinical trial participation among underrepresented populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aristizabal, Paula — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Aristizabal, Paula
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.