Partnership to Bridge Gaps in Cancer Research and Education between UMass Boston and Harvard Cancer Center
Official title: 1/2 The University of Massachusetts, Boston - Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center U54 Comprehensive Partnership for Cancer Disparities Research
Funded at University of Massachusetts Boston · NIH-11564061 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A collaborative program between UMass Boston and the Harvard Cancer Center aims to close gaps in cancer research, education, outreach, and infrastructure to benefit diverse communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Boston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 28, 2010 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $298,146 |
| NIH project number | 3U54CA156734-15S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11564061 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates include individuals from high-risk populations and communities affected by cancer who may participate in future translational and outreach activities or benefit from improved care pathways.
✕Less likely to help
Some participants may not directly benefit if they are not in high-risk groups or do not engage with the education and outreach components.
What this research studies
This grant supports a cross-institution partnership that combines research, education, and outreach to advance cancer science and capacity at both sites. It prioritizes studies that include populations at higher risk for cancer and seeks to integrate biology with population science. The program also builds educational experiences for students and trainees to strengthen future cancer research leaders and to harmonize activities across shared cores and projects.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Patients and communities could benefit from more inclusive cancer research, better access to education and research opportunities, and streamlined translation of findings into practice.
How similar studies have gone: Past collaborations of this type have shown improved capacity and translational potential in underserved populations, though results vary by site and program.
Where this research is happening
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University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Colon-Carmona, Adan — University of Massachusetts Boston
- Study coordinator: Colon-Carmona, Adan
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.