Understanding breast cancer outcomes in Haitian immigrants
Official title: Investigating Breast Cancer Outcomes in Haitian Immigrants
Funded at University of Miami School of Medicine · NIH-11071402 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how breast cancer affects Haitian women differently depending on whether they live in Haiti or have moved to South Florida, and it aims to understand how things like immigration might change their cancer experience and survival rates.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | November 1, 2024 |
| Project end | October 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $48,974 |
| NIH project number | 1F31MD020275-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11071402 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Haitian women diagnosed with breast cancer, both in Haiti and the US, as well as US-born Black women.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Haitian or Afro-Caribbean and those without a breast cancer diagnosis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the differences in breast cancer outcomes between Haitian women living in Haiti and those who have immigrated to the US, particularly in South Florida. It focuses on how factors such as immigration may influence tumor characteristics and survival rates. By analyzing existing data on DNA methylation from saliva and tumors, the study aims to uncover potential biological differences that could explain the observed disparities in breast cancer outcomes. The research seeks to highlight the importance of healthcare access and treatment options for these populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment strategies for breast cancer in Haitian immigrant populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated significant disparities in breast cancer outcomes among different populations, suggesting that this research could build on established findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami School of Medicine
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ravix, Jovanka L — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Ravix, Jovanka L
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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.