Partnership to address cancer health disparities in diverse communities
Official title: TUFCCC/HC Regional Comprehensive Cancer Health Disparities Partnership
Funded at Hunter College · NIH-10931644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve cancer care and prevention for underserved communities, especially Black, Asian Pacific, and Hispanic Americans in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and New York City, by partnering with local organizations and providing training to help make sure everyone has access to the resources they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hunter College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 18, 2018 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $227,563 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA221704-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-10931644 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from Black/African American, Asian Pacific American, and Hispanic American communities who are at risk for or affected by cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to the targeted underserved communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer health disparities by building a strong partnership that supports various cancer research projects and community outreach initiatives. It aims to improve cancer prevention and treatment in underserved populations, particularly among Black/African American, Asian Pacific American, and Hispanic American communities in the Philadelphia, New Jersey, and New York City areas. The project involves collaboration with community organizations and provides training and mentorship to individuals in the field of cancer research. Through these efforts, the partnership seeks to ensure equitable access to cancer care and resources.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention and treatment strategies tailored to the needs of underserved communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing cancer health disparities through community partnerships and targeted outreach, indicating that this approach is both effective and necessary.
Where this research is happening
-
Hunter College
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Erblich, Joel — Hunter College
- Study coordinator: Erblich, Joel
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.