Understanding and Reducing Cancer in Communities
Population Sciences and Health Disparities Program
This effort brings together experts to understand why cancer happens and how to improve care, especially for breast cancer, in local communities and beyond.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11178768 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
We are working to prevent and lessen the impact of cancer, particularly breast cancer, by studying factors that affect how cancer develops in people. Our team includes scientists, statisticians, and doctors who look at everything from the causes of cancer to ways to improve screening, diagnosis, and treatment. We aim to find out why some groups are more affected by cancer and to develop better ways to help patients and their families.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This program broadly benefits individuals at risk for or affected by cancer, especially breast cancer, within the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center's service area.
Not a fit: Patients not living within the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center's service area or those with conditions unrelated to cancer may not directly benefit from this specific program's local initiatives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to prevent cancer, improve early detection, and enhance the quality of life for those affected by breast cancer and other cancers.
How similar studies have performed: This program builds upon a strong foundation of existing research in cancer epidemiology, prevention, and health disparities, with many similar approaches having shown success in identifying risk factors and improving outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Miglioretti, Diana L — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Miglioretti, Diana L
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.