RCMI Center for Cancer and Health Disparities at Xavier University
Official title: The RCMI Center for Cancer and Health Disparities Research
Funded at Xavier University of Louisiana · NIH-11324887 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A national research center at Xavier University of Louisiana works to advance cancer and health disparities through new investigator support, enhanced core facilities, and strong community partnerships.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Xavier University of Louisiana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2009 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $4,630,181 |
| NIH project number | 5U54MD007595-19 |
| Project ID | NIH-11324887 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Individuals in communities affected by cancer disparities could benefit indirectly through improved research translating to better prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients not connected to the Xavier University research pipeline or those not involved in cancer disparity research may see limited direct benefit.
What this research studies
This grant funds a center that strengthens Xavier’s capacity to conduct basic biomedical, behavioral, and clinical cancer research. It includes three research projects and four core facilities designed to streamline operations, improve resources, and support new investigators in obtaining larger federal awards. The program also emphasizes engaging local communities and building pathways for researchers to collaborate with patients and families affected by cancer disparities. Through targeted development activities, core restructuring, and community engagement, the center aims to elevate Xavier’s research profile and impact on health inequities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could lead to more effective cancer research, better treatments, and stronger community-driven health improvements in underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: RCMI-type centers have historically strengthened minority-serving institutions’ research capacity and shown gains in external funding and collaboration.
Where this research is happening
-
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Guangdi — Xavier University of Louisiana
- Study coordinator: Wang, Guangdi
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.