Partnership to improve cancer health equity
2/2 CSUF/UCI-CFCCC Cancer Health Equity Research Partnership (CHERP)
This study is teaming up California State University, Fullerton and the University of California, Irvine to find out why some communities face more challenges with cancer and to help train more diverse students to become scientists who can tackle these issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California-Irvine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Irvine, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916403 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a collaborative partnership between California State University, Fullerton and the University of California, Irvine to address cancer health disparities. The project aims to conduct pilot research that explores the factors contributing to these disparities and to enhance cancer research education for underrepresented students. By integrating efforts from both institutions, the initiative seeks to foster a diverse pool of future scientists and improve understanding of cancer health issues in various communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from underrepresented communities who are affected by cancer health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to underrepresented communities or who are not affected by cancer health disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer health outcomes and greater equity in cancer care for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar partnerships and research initiatives have shown promise in addressing health disparities, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Irvine, United States
- University of California-Irvine — Irvine, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tanjasiri, Sora P — University of California-Irvine
- Study coordinator: Tanjasiri, Sora P
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 below.