Improving policies for colorectal cancer control
Comparative Modeling of Effective Policies for Colorectal Cancer Control
This study is looking at how well current screening methods for colorectal cancer work, especially for people under 50, to help improve cancer care and make better decisions about screening practices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909979 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to reduce the burden of colorectal cancer (CRC) by using advanced population-based microsimulation models to evaluate the effectiveness of current screening practices and inform policy decisions. The project will analyze data on CRC incidence, particularly in individuals under 50, and assess the impact of precision screening and surveillance methods. By collaborating with organizations like the American Cancer Society and utilizing state-of-the-art colonoscopy data, the research seeks to provide accessible and transparent information to decision-makers in cancer control.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for colorectal cancer, particularly those under 50, and those who may benefit from enhanced screening strategies.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for colorectal cancer or those who have already been diagnosed and are receiving treatment may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved screening policies and practices that significantly reduce colorectal cancer incidence and mortality.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using microsimulation models to inform cancer control policies, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zauber, Ann Graham — Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research
- Study coordinator: Zauber, Ann Graham
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.