Understanding the factors that contribute to cancer risk
PROMINENT - Stanford
This study is looking at how things like your lifestyle and environment, not just DNA changes, can affect your risk of getting cancer, and it involves patients sharing their experiences or samples to help us understand how normal cells can turn into cancer cells.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10630015 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the various factors that influence cancer risk beyond just DNA mutations. It focuses on identifying non-mutagenic factors, such as lifestyle choices and environmental influences, that may play a critical role in cancer development. By studying both human populations and mouse models, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms that promote the transformation of normal cells into cancerous ones. Patients may be involved in providing data or samples to help elucidate these complex interactions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals with a family history of cancer or those interested in understanding their cancer risk factors.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently undergoing treatment for cancer may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new strategies for cancer prevention and treatment by targeting non-mutagenic risk factors.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in understanding non-mutagenic factors in cancer risk, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lundberg, Emma — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Lundberg, Emma
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.