Reducing radon exposure in rural communities to prevent lung cancer
Radon on the RADAR
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-11170636
This study is working to help people in rural areas lower their risk of lung cancer by making it easier for them to test for and reduce radon gas in their homes, with support from local libraries and community members, while also providing helpful information about the dangers of radon.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11170636 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the high rates of lung cancer in rural areas by reducing exposure to radon, a harmful gas. It aims to improve access to affordable radon testing and mitigation services through partnerships with local libraries and citizen scientists. The project will develop educational materials and risk communication strategies to inform homeowners about radon dangers and encourage them to test their homes. Additionally, it will evaluate the effectiveness of these initiatives in increasing radon awareness and reducing exposure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rural homeowners who have never tested for radon or those who have high radon levels and have not yet mitigated.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those who have already mitigated radon exposure in their homes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower lung cancer rates in rural communities by increasing awareness and access to radon mitigation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing radon awareness and testing in rural communities have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY — LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: STANIFER, STACY — UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
- Study coordinator: STANIFER, STACY
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.
Conditions: Cancer Cause, Cancer Etiology, cancer risk