Innovative approaches to prevent breast cancer mortality
RISE UP for Breast Cancer
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · NIH-11000732
This study is all about finding new ways to help prevent breast cancer by using what we already know about treatments, and it’s for women who want to learn about safer options to reduce their risk.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11000732 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing new strategies to prevent breast cancer by leveraging existing knowledge about targeted treatments. It will bring together experts from various fields, including oncologists, gynecologists, and scientists, to discuss and collaborate on innovative prevention methods. The conference aims to explore how to effectively use early clinical trial designs to speed up the approval of new screening and prevention techniques. By integrating insights from treatment and hormonal cycle control, the goal is to reformulate existing hormonal products to lower breast cancer risk for women.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women at risk for breast cancer or those interested in preventive measures against the disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently diagnosed with advanced breast cancer may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce breast cancer incidence and mortality rates among women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using interdisciplinary approaches to improve cancer prevention strategies, indicating potential for success in this novel initiative.
Where this research is happening
SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO — SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ESSERMAN, LAURA J — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO
- Study coordinator: ESSERMAN, LAURA J
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.
Conditions: American Cancer Society, Breast Cancer