Understanding lung cancer causes in Asian American women who have never smoked
Elucidating Lung Cancer Etiology Among Asian American Female Never Smokers
This study is looking into why more Asian American women who have never smoked are getting lung cancer, especially a type called adenocarcinoma, and it aims to find out what might be causing this by gathering information from cancer records and other sources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| 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-10746066 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the rising rates of lung cancer, particularly adenocarcinoma, among Asian American females who have never smoked. It aims to identify the risk factors contributing to this disparity by conducting a population-based case-control study. The study will utilize cancer registries and advanced methods to gather data on potential risk factors that may be unique to this population. By understanding these factors, the research seeks to uncover the underlying mechanisms of lung cancer in this group.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Asian American females who have been diagnosed with lung cancer and have never smoked.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Asian American or who have a history of smoking may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and targeted treatments for lung cancer in Asian American women who have never smoked.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting this demographic, studies on lung cancer risk factors in other populations have shown promising results, indicating the potential for success in this novel approach.
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.