Training professionals to improve cancer prevention and control
Official title: Training Grant in Precision Cancer Control
Funded at Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr · NIH-10929549 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about training new scientists to better understand what causes cancer and how to prevent it, so that patients can benefit from more personalized and effective cancer care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 14, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $337,966 |
| NIH project number | 5T32CA278766-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929549 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals at elevated risk for cancer due to modifiable lifestyle or environmental factors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with non-modifiable cancer risk factors or those already diagnosed with advanced cancer may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer control by training a new generation of scientists to understand and address the various factors that contribute to cancer risk. It emphasizes the importance of precision medicine, which tailors interventions based on individual differences in biology, behavior, and environment. By integrating multidisciplinary approaches, the program aims to identify individuals at higher risk for cancer and develop effective prevention strategies. Patients may benefit from improved cancer control measures that arise from this enhanced workforce.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective cancer prevention strategies tailored to individual patients' needs.
How similar studies have gone: Other research in precision medicine has shown promise in improving cancer outcomes, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fang, Carolyn Y. — Research Inst of Fox Chase Can Ctr
- Study coordinator: Fang, Carolyn Y.
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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.