Award
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research 1R03DE035156-01
A Preliminary Elucidation of the Role of Dietary Fiber in Mitigating Sarcopenia Risk in Head and Neck Cancer
Recipient
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Award Amount
$286,000.00
Ceiling
$286,000.00
Awarded
July 03, 2025
Identifier
1R03DE035156-01
A research project funded by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to study the impact of dietary fiber on sarcopenia risk in head and neck cancer patients, focusing on inflammation and patient perceptions.
Description
This project entails an observational, mixed methods study to observe dietary fiber intake in patients with head and neck cancer from diagnosis for six months, elucidate the relationship between dietary fiber intake, short chain fatty acids, inflammatory markers, and sarcopenia, and explore patient perceptions regarding promoting dietary fiber as part of their treatment. The study aims to generate fundamental knowledge and explore clinical applications to support future trials.