National Capital Area NCORP: Expanding Access to Cancer Prevention, Screening, and Care in Underserved Washington DC Area
Official title: National Capital Area (NCA) NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP)
Funded at Georgetown University · NIH-11543560 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A community-focused program in the DC area partners with local hospitals to improve cancer prevention, screening, and access to advanced care for underserved populations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Georgetown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | August 7, 2019 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $567,929 |
| NIH project number | 4UG1CA239758-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11543560 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults in the Washington, DC area and nearby Maryland/Virginia counties with breast, prostate, or colorectal cancer concerns or survivors seeking better access to care and trials.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals outside the catchment area or those not affected by the highlighted cancer types may not benefit directly.
What this research studies
This program operates through Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center and two local hospitals to reach communities with high cancer burden. It aims to increase awareness, improve prevention and cancer control, and connect patients to modern clinical trials and care delivery improvements. The effort leverages academic-community partnerships to address disparities in breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer outcomes. Activities include outreach, prevention programs, and access initiatives tailored to the catchment area’s diverse populations. The project emphasizes patient-centered care and equitable participation in research and treatment options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, patients in the catchment area could experience better access to prevention, screening, and cutting-edge cancer therapies.
How similar studies have gone: Prior NCORP programs have shown improved access to trials and cancer care delivery in underserved populations, though results vary by site.
Where this research is happening
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Georgetown University
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Adams-Campbell, Lucile L. — Georgetown University
- Study coordinator: Adams-Campbell, Lucile L.
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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.