Mitigating Cancer Research Risks in Mississippi

GrantID: 76336

Grant Funding Amount Low: $200,000

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $275,000

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If you are located in Mississippi and working in the area of Higher Education, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.

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Mississippi's cancer research capacity is hindered by limited infrastructure and resources, particularly in rural areas. With 34% of the population living below the poverty line, access to cancer research and clinical trials remains limited. The state's high rates of certain cancers, including colorectal and lung cancer, create a pressing need for effective research and interventions. Who is impacted? Researchers and community health organizations in Mississippi face significant barriers in developing and implementing cancer research projects, including limited access to funding and technical expertise. The state's historically under-resourced research infrastructure, combined with brain drain, further exacerbates these challenges. How will funding address this? The grant will foster partnerships among universities and community health organizations to build cancer research capacity. By developing collaborative research projects and enhancing technical skills, this initiative aims to produce impactful studies that address Mississippi's unique health disparities. Mississippi's requirement for grantees to demonstrate community engagement and cultural competence sets it apart from neighboring states. ## Building Research Capacity in Mississippi ## Partnerships for Cancer Research ## Mississippi's Health Disparities

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