Award
NIH Reporter #1ZIACP010135-30
Studies of Non-Ionizing Radiation-Related Cancer
Recipient
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Award Amount
$304,646.00
Ceiling
$304,646.00
Awarded
October 04, 2023
Identifier
1ZIACP010135-30
A research project funded by the National Cancer Institute to study the causes of brain tumors and related cancers, focusing on environmental, occupational, and genetic factors, including the effects of non-ionizing radiation.
Description
Case referent study of brain tumors investigating environmental, behavioral, and genetic causes of brain tumors including glioma, meningioma, and acoustic neuroma. The study includes occupational exposure assessments for electromagnetic radiation, lead, and pesticides, as well as genetic analyses related to brain tumor risk. Additional studies include cellular telephone use and cancer risks, UV dosimetry, and lung DNA damage studies. The project is supported by the National Cancer Institute.