Partnership to improve cancer care and health equity for African Americans
Official title: 2/2 Howard - Hopkins Comprehensive Alliance in Cancer Research, Education, and Equity (H2CAREE)
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11012035 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving cancer care for African American communities in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area by bringing together Howard University and Johns Hopkins University to work on better education and support for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,344,273 |
| NIH project number | 1U54CA295336-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11012035 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are African American individuals residing in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area who are affected by cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the African American demographic or those not residing in the DMV area may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This initiative focuses on enhancing cancer care and promoting health equity through a collaboration between Howard University and Johns Hopkins University. It aims to address healthcare disparities affecting historically underserved African American populations in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. The project includes integrated research, education, and outreach efforts, with specific programs designed to improve cancer research education and advance cancer care. Patients can expect a comprehensive approach that combines research with community engagement to improve outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and reduced health disparities for African American patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous collaborations in cancer research have shown success in addressing health disparities, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Heng — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Li, Heng
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.