Understanding cancer links for people living with HIV
Data Management & Statistical Core
This study is looking at how certain viruses, like HPV and EBV, might be linked to different types of cancer in people living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa, with the goal of finding better ways to manage and treat these cancers.
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 ID | NIH-10898564 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on analyzing data related to the relationship between certain viruses, like HPV and EBV, and various types of cancers in individuals living with HIV, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. The Data Management & Statistics Core will provide essential statistical design and data management to ensure that the research conducted is rigorous and reproducible. By collaborating with international study teams, the project aims to enhance the understanding of how these viruses contribute to cancer development, which could lead to better clinical management and treatment strategies for affected patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV who are at risk for or diagnosed with specific cancers such as anal, cervical, oropharyngeal, penile, and vulvar cancers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or those who are not at risk for the specific cancers being studied may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for cancers associated with HIV, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding the links between viral infections and cancer, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Tampa, United States
- H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst — Tampa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schell, Michael Joseph — H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Schell, Michael Joseph
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.