Investigating the links between obesity and cancer in veterans
BLR&D Research Career Scientist Award Application
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA SAN DIEGO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM · NIH-11105917
This study is looking at how being overweight can lead to health problems like liver and breast cancer in veterans, especially focusing on how diet and the environment play a role, so we can find better ways to help those affected.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA SAN DIEGO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11105917 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how obesity contributes to various health issues, particularly cancer, in the veteran population. It examines the relationship between obesity and metabolic disorders like non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and its severe form, non-alcoholic steatosis (NASH), which are significant risk factors for liver cancer. The study also explores the increased incidence of breast cancer in obese post-menopausal women, aiming to uncover the underlying causes and connections. By analyzing the impact of environmental and nutritional factors on these conditions, the research seeks to provide insights that could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for affected veterans.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include veterans who are obese or have obesity-related health issues, particularly those at risk for liver or breast cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not veterans or those without obesity-related health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for obesity-related cancers in veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown significant connections between obesity and cancer, indicating that this approach is built on established findings.
Where this research is happening
SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES
- VA SAN DIEGO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM — SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WEBSTER, NICHOLAS J — VA SAN DIEGO HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
- Study coordinator: WEBSTER, NICHOLAS 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: adult onset diabetes, Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus