Award
NIH Reporter #5R21CA293976-02
Developing AI-measures of Pedestrian Environment Features for Physical Activity and Cancer Prevention in Rural Communities
Recipient
Arizona State University - Tempe Campus
Award Amount
$181,963.00
Ceiling
$181,963.00
Awarded
May 07, 2026
Identifier
5R21CA293976-02
Award for developing AI tools to measure pedestrian environment features in rural communities to promote physical activity and cancer prevention, funded by the National Cancer Institute with a budget of about $182,000.
Description
This project aims to validate AI-based tools for assessing pedestrian environment features in rural areas to address disparities in physical activity and cancer outcomes. The award is funded by the National Cancer Institute, with a total budget of approximately $182,000 for the fiscal year 2026. The project involves collaboration with the Community Influences on Health Behavior Study Section and utilizes deep learning classifiers developed for urban and suburban settings, adapted for rural environments.