Investigating how social factors affect cancer care and outcomes
Official title: Social Determinants of Health Research Project
Funded at Harvard School of Public Health · NIH-10929697 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how things like community involvement and access to technology can help improve cancer screening and treatment for people who might not have easy access to healthcare, and it aims to support local health centers in making these improvements.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard School of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | August 16, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $480,592 |
| NIH project number | 1U19CA291431-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929697 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from underserved communities who may face barriers to accessing cancer care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who already have adequate access to cancer screening and treatment resources may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how social determinants, such as community engagement and access to technology, influence cancer control outcomes. By enhancing the capabilities of community health centers, the project aims to improve cancer screening and treatment access for underserved populations. The study will implement community-level interventions to foster social connections and civic engagement, helping residents navigate healthcare resources more effectively. Through collaboration with local organizations, the research seeks to empower communities to advocate for their health needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer screening and treatment access for underserved populations, ultimately enhancing health equity.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively improve health outcomes, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Harvard School of Public Health
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Rebekka Mairghread — Harvard School of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Lee, Rebekka Mairghread
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.