Reducing cancer burden through community engagement
Official title: Community Outreach and Engagement
Funded at University of Rochester · NIH-11014531 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about teaming up with local communities in Central and Western New York to tackle high cancer rates by sharing information and working together on health projects that really matter to people living there.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project start | March 15, 2025 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $48,575 |
| NIH project number | 1P30CA272302-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11014531 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include residents of Central and Western New York, particularly those in areas with high cancer incidence and mortality rates.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the catchment area or those not affected by cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on building partnerships between the Wilmot Cancer Institute and local communities to address the high rates of cancer in Central and Western New York. It aims to facilitate communication between community members and researchers, ensuring that cancer control initiatives are relevant and effective. The project utilizes a data-mapping tool to identify cancer trends and collaborates with local organizations to implement health improvement projects tailored to community needs. By engaging with community partners, the research seeks to empower individuals and improve cancer care and prevention strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention and care strategies tailored to the specific needs of the community.
How similar studies have gone: Similar community engagement approaches have shown success in addressing health disparities and improving cancer outcomes in other regions.
Where this research is happening
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University of Rochester
Rochester, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cupertino, Ana Paula — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Cupertino, Ana Paula
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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.