Rural Cancer Prevention and Control Network Center
Official title: DP24-062, UI Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network Collaborating Center
Funded at University of Iowa · NIH-11503920 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A rural-focused program to spread proven cancer prevention, screening, treatment, and survivorship practices in Iowa through collaborative networks.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Iowa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Iowa City, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2024 |
| Project end | September 29, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $350,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U48DP006840-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11503920 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal participants include residents of rural and micropolitan Iowa areas, plus cancer patients, survivors, and individuals eligible for HPV vaccination and preventive services.
✕Less likely to help
Participants in areas with limited access to healthcare or those not targeted by the specific EBIs may experience limited direct benefits.
What this research studies
This grant supports the University of Iowa to expand and adapt evidence-based cancer interventions for rural and micropolitan communities in Iowa, with a focus on HPV vaccination and broader cancer prevention. The project builds on a long-standing collaboration within the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network to implement proven strategies across the cancer continuum. Through partnerships with hospitals, community organizations, and the statewide cancer community, it aims to strengthen adoption of effective interventions over five years. The work emphasizes real-world application, tailoring EBIs to rural contexts to reduce disparities and improve outcomes for cancer patients and survivors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, communities in rural Iowa could see higher HPV vaccination rates, better cancer prevention and screening engagement, and improved survivorship support.
How similar studies have gone: Prior CPCRN collaborations have shown progress in adopting evidence-based interventions in rural settings, supporting potential success here.
Where this research is happening
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University of Iowa
Iowa City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Askelson, Natoshia M. — University of Iowa
- Study coordinator: Askelson, Natoshia M.
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.