Understanding cancer disparities in Black populations
Official title: SAMBAI - Establishing a comprehensive assessment of contributors to cancer inequities across the African diaspora
Funded at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst · NIH-11047094 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into why Black patients, especially those from West Africa, tend to have higher rates of aggressive cancers like prostate, breast, and pancreatic cancer, and it aims to gather information from patients to help find answers that could improve cancer care for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2024 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $142,189 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2CA297573-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11047094 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include Black individuals, particularly those with a family history of aggressive cancers or those living in West African regions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Black or do not have a family history of the targeted cancers may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons behind higher rates of aggressive cancers, such as prostate, breast, and pancreatic cancers, in Black patients, particularly those from West Africa. By analyzing genetic, environmental, and social factors, the study aims to uncover the underlying causes of these disparities. The research team will collaborate with scientists from the US, Africa, and the UK to create a biobank and data repository that will help in understanding the complex interactions affecting cancer outcomes. Patients may be asked to contribute biological samples and personal data to help build a comprehensive understanding of these issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention and treatment strategies tailored for Black populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing cancer disparities through genetic and environmental analyses, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
Tampa, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carson, Tiffany Lashaun — H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Carson, Tiffany Lashaun
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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.