Making genetic testing more accessible to the public
Official title: Implementing the moon: Getting genomic testing to the public
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-9845571 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making it easier for people at risk of certain cancers, like breast, ovarian, and colon cancers, to get genetic testing, so we can find out what helps them access these important services and understand how they can benefit from them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2019 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2019 |
| Award (this year) | $5,669,128 |
| NIH project number | 1U01CA232795-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-9845571 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with a family history of breast, ovarian, or colon cancers who may benefit from genetic risk assessment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a family history of these cancers or who are not interested in genetic testing may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving access to genomic testing for patients at risk of certain cancers, such as breast, ovarian, and colon cancers. It aims to identify barriers that prevent patients from receiving genetic testing and to develop effective strategies for implementing these tests in healthcare settings. By enhancing communication and support systems, the project seeks to ensure that patients understand the benefits of genetic testing and can access these services more easily. The research will compare different methods of identifying patients who may benefit from genetic testing and follow-up care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more patients being identified for genetic testing, allowing for earlier detection and better management of cancer risks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing genetic testing in high-resource settings, but this project aims to explore its effectiveness in broader healthcare systems.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Swisher, Elizabeth Mary — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Swisher, Elizabeth Mary
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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.