Understanding the genetic and environmental factors that affect cancer risk and disparities.
Official title: Genetic and Environmental basis of Cancer Risk and Disparities (GECaRD)
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-10933895 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping future cancer researchers learn how different factors like genetics, environment, and social issues can affect cancer risk and health differences, so they can better understand and address these challenges in cancer care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $166,428 |
| NIH project number | 1T32CA282026-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933895 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals from diverse backgrounds who are at risk for cancer or affected by cancer disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a genetic predisposition to cancer or are not affected by cancer disparities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research program focuses on training future cancer researchers to explore the complex factors that contribute to cancer risk and health disparities. It combines education in various disciplines such as genetics, epidemiology, and environmental health with hands-on experiences through internships and mentored research projects. Participants will learn to analyze how biological, social, and environmental elements interact to influence health outcomes, aiming to bridge gaps in cancer research and improve understanding of disparities in cancer incidence and outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for reducing cancer risk and addressing health disparities among different populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing cancer disparities through multi-disciplinary approaches, indicating that this program's integrative strategy is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Witte, John S. — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Witte, John S.
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.