Understanding endometriosis in Black women
Official title: Risk factors for and consequences of endometriosis among Black women
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10872650 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how endometriosis affects Black women, focusing on the unique challenges they face in getting diagnosed and treated, so we can better understand their experiences and improve care for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | July 23, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $249,660 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD115018-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10872650 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black women who experience symptoms of endometriosis or have been diagnosed with the condition.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Black women or those who do not have endometriosis may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the risk factors and consequences of endometriosis specifically among Black women, a group that has been underrepresented in previous studies. It aims to identify disparities in diagnosis and access to care, as well as how various biological and social factors may influence the prevalence and impact of endometriosis in this population. By analyzing data on health outcomes and risk factors, the research seeks to fill critical gaps in knowledge and improve understanding of how endometriosis affects Black women throughout their lives.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment options for Black women suffering from endometriosis.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been limited research specifically on endometriosis in Black women, studies on health disparities in other conditions have shown that targeted research can lead to significant improvements in understanding and treatment.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harris, Holly Ruth — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Harris, Holly Ruth
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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.