The effects of electronic cigarettes on breast cancer development
Official title: Electronic cigarettes, oxidative stress and development of breast tumor
Funded at Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci · NIH-10899440 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how using e-cigarettes might affect the growth of breast cancer by checking how they cause stress in the body, and it's aimed at helping people understand the potential risks of e-cigarette use.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | August 5, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $143,500 |
| NIH project number | 5R16GM149471-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10899440 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals, particularly African American women, who are current or former users of electronic cigarettes and are at risk for breast cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not use electronic cigarettes or who have no history of breast cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to electronic cigarettes may contribute to the development of breast cancer by examining the oxidative stress they cause. The study will utilize animal models to analyze the impact of e-cigarette exposure on tumor growth and the underlying biological mechanisms involved. Researchers will focus on how e-cigarettes may alter cancer cell behavior and the tumor microenvironment, potentially leading to increased cancer progression. By understanding these effects, the research aims to provide insights into the risks associated with e-cigarette use, particularly for breast cancer.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a better understanding of the risks associated with electronic cigarette use and its potential link to breast cancer, ultimately informing prevention strategies.
How similar studies have gone: While research on the effects of electronic cigarettes is emerging, this specific investigation into their role in breast cancer development is relatively novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
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Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pervin, Shehla — Charles R. Drew University of Med & Sci
- Study coordinator: Pervin, Shehla
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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.