Award
National Cancer Institute 5R01CA266050-05
The Microbiome and Mucosal Immunity in Cervical Cancer Disparities
Recipient
Case Western Reserve University
Award Amount
$593,363.00
Ceiling
$593,363.00
Awarded
April 03, 2026
Identifier
5R01CA266050-05
Research project focused on understanding the role of the microbiome and mucosal immunity in cervical cancer disparities among African American women, employing advanced systems biology methods to improve treatment outcomes.
Description
This project aims to study how the microbiome in African American women affects host immunity and disease progression in cervical cancer. It involves investigating the contribution of the microbiome and mucosal immunity in the female genital tract to health disparities in cervical cancer using advanced systems biology techniques and conducting prospective studies in African American women and functional studies in mouse models.