Investigating how neighborhood factors affect colon cancer survival in different racial groups
Official title: Time-varying relationships between built environment factors, colon and rectum cancer prognosis, and survival
Funded at Ohio State University · NIH-11085983 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how different features of neighborhoods affect the survival rates of people with colorectal cancer, especially focusing on the challenges faced by non-Hispanic Black individuals, and it hopes to find ways to improve cancer care in communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ohio State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbus, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | May 1, 2022 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $557,167 |
| NIH project number | 5R37CA259642-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11085983 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include non-Hispanic Black individuals diagnosed with colorectal cancer who reside in diverse neighborhoods.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have colorectal cancer or those who are not part of the non-Hispanic Black population may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines the impact of various neighborhood characteristics on the prognosis and survival rates of colorectal cancer, particularly focusing on disparities faced by non-Hispanic Black individuals. By analyzing residential histories and utilizing innovative methodologies like virtual neighborhood auditing, the study aims to uncover how social and built environment factors contribute to cancer outcomes. The research seeks to identify modifiable aspects of the environment that could improve survival rates and reduce disparities in cancer care. Participants may provide valuable data that can lead to more effective interventions tailored to specific communities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved survival rates for colorectal cancer patients, particularly among non-Hispanic Black populations, by identifying and addressing environmental factors that contribute to health disparities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that neighborhood factors significantly influence health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights into cancer disparities.
Where this research is happening
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Ohio State University
Columbus, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Plascak, Jesse John — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Plascak, Jesse John
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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.