Understanding cancer causes in Asian American communities
A national Asian American cohort for assessing multi-level determinants in cancer etiology: the ASPIRE Cohort
This study is looking at why Asian Americans might get certain types of cancer more often than others, and it’s for Asian American men and women aged 40-75 who want to help us understand how things like stress and access to healthcare can affect cancer risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906580 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the unique cancer patterns and risk factors affecting Asian American populations, who experience higher rates of certain cancers compared to other groups. It aims to establish a national cohort of 20,000 Asian American men and women aged 40-75 to explore how social and structural determinants, such as chronic stress and healthcare access, influence cancer etiology. By engaging with communities, the study will collect data on various factors that contribute to cancer risk, providing a comprehensive understanding of these disparities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Asian American men and women aged 40-75, including those from diverse ethnic backgrounds and multiracial individuals.
Not a fit: Patients outside the Asian American demographic or those under 40 years old may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention strategies and healthcare interventions tailored specifically for Asian American communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in minority populations, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gomez, Scarlett L — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Gomez, Scarlett 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.