Partnership to Advance Native American Cancer Prevention
Official title: 1/2 The Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention
Funded at Northern Arizona University · NIH-11405043 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A long-running program partners two universities to reduce cancer disparities in American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northern Arizona University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Flagstaff, United States) |
| Project start | September 29, 2009 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $1,527,578 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA143925-18 |
| Project ID | NIH-11405043 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
AIAN individuals and communities in Arizona who are affected by cancer or are interested in cancer prevention and health research.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals outside AIAN communities or those not engaged in cancer prevention efforts may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
This program focuses on cancer prevention and health equity for AI/AN communities, building research capacity and collaborations between NAU and UACC. It supports community-engaged efforts to address cancer burden, with a history of training researchers and shaping institutional practices. The grant aims to sustain and expand relationships with AIAN communities while advancing cancer health outcomes through targeted activities and partnerships.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, AIAN communities could see earlier cancer detection, better prevention resources, and stronger ties to cancer research and care.
How similar studies have gone: Past collaborations have shown improvements in community engagement, research capacity, and targeted prevention efforts in AIAN populations.
Where this research is happening
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Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ingram, Jani Cheri — Northern Arizona University
- Study coordinator: Ingram, Jani Cheri
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.