BRP-Funded Grants

Grant Status Currently Funded
Division Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences
Program Behavioral Research Program (BRP)
Branch Health Communication and Informatics Research Branch
PI Name Organization Name Project Title
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Grant Number Initiative Awarded Dollars Fiscal Year Abstract Page URL
Aristizabal, Paula University of California, San Diego Multisite Implementation of Comprendo (Childhood Malignancy Peer Research Navigation) to Improve Participation of Hispanic Children in Cancer Clinical Trials 5R01CA279945-03 PAR21-035 663439 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11128569&term=CA279945
Banerjee, Smita Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research Empathic Communication Skills Training to Reduce Lung Cancer Stigma 4R01CA255522-05 PAR18-559 975561 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11189612&term=CA255522
Basen-Engquist, Karen M University of TX MD Anderson Can Ctr Center for Transformative Community-Driven Research to Prevent Obesity-Related Cancer 5U54CA280804-04 CA22-015 1947476 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11362096&term=CA280804
Bragg, Marie New York University School of Medicine Examining the Mechanisms Underlying the Influence of Facebook Food Advertisements on Adolescents' Eating Behaviors: Randomized Controlled Trials 5R01CA248441-05 PAR19-348 499488 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11116999&term=CA248441
Buller, David B Klein Buendel, Inc. #4CORNERS4HEALTH: a Social Media Cancer Prevention Program for Rural Emerging Adults 4R01CA268037-04 CA20-051 2109982 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11170508&term=CA268037
Calo, William Alexis Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr Stories to Prevent (STOP) HPV Cancers: a Communication Intervention to Increase HPV Cancer Prevention in Primary Care 5R21CA290500-02 PAR22-165 194227 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11308256&term=CA290500
Carter-Bawa, Lisa Hackensack University Medical Center Leveraging Social Media to Increase Lung Cancer Screening Awareness, Knowledge and Uptake in High-Risk Populations 4R01CA263662-05 PAR19-348 1368048 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11167562&term=CA263662
Castro, Eida Maria Ponce School of Medicine Mental Health Cpr: Transforming Cancer Survivors' Mental Health with Community Participatory Reach 5U01CA290613-03 RM22-001 1377752 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11173865&term=CA290613
Dahne, Jennifer Renee Medical University of South Carolina Addressing Rural Cancer Disparities Via Proactive Smoking Cessation Treatment Within Primary Care: a Hybrid Type 1 Effectiveness-Implementation Trial of a Scalable Smoking Cessation Electronic Visit 5R01CA268023-03 CA20-051 923533 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10914825&term=CA268023
Denes, Amanda University of Connecticut Storrs Couples' Communication About Sexuality When Facing Metastatic Breast Cancer 1R03CA277198-01A1 PAR23-058 161000 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10953854&term=CA277198
Drake, Bettina F. Washington University Aya Care: Enhancing Cancer Affordability and Fertility Preservation for Ayas in Long-Term Survivorship 3U19CA291430-02S1 PA20-272 98940 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11348332&term=CA291430
Drake, Bettina F. Washington University Washington University Advancing Cancer Control Engaged Research Through Transformative Solutions Center (Wash-U-Accert) 5U19CA291430-02 CA23-026 1873126 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11166614&term=CA291430
Emmons, Karen M. Harvard University D/B/a Harvard School of Public Health The Massachusetts Center for Advancing Cancer Control Engaged Research Through Transformative Solutions (Mass-Accert) 5U19CA291431-02 CA23-026 1886682 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11171377&term=CA291431
Evans, W Douglas George Washington University Digital Media for Cancer Control: Randomized Controlled Trial and Dose Response Effects 5R01CA253013-05 PAR19-348 685119 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10888211&term=CA253013
Feng, Miao National Opinion Research Center Using Innovative Machine Learning to Detect Organized Support and Opposition to E-Cigarette Use Prevention Campaign Messaging on Twitter and Tiktok 5R01CA283038-03 PAR22-164 690851 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11118916&term=CA283038
Fuemmeler, Bernard F Virginia Commonwealth University The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Engaged Research Through Transformative Solutions Center 5U19CA291433-02 CA23-026 1823274 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11146539&term=CA291433
Hekler, Eric University of California, San Diego Optimizing Individualized and Adaptive Mhealth Interventions Via Control Systems Engineering Methods 5R01CA244777-05 PAR18-559 593062 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10875615&term=CA244777
Hekler, Eric University of California, San Diego Optimizing Individualized and Adaptive Mhealth Interventions Via Control Systems Engineering Methods 3R01CA244777-05S1 PAR18-559 110120 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11010049&term=CA244777
Hitsman, Brian L Northwestern University Scalable Telehealth Cancer Care: the Stellar Program to Treat Cancer Risk Behaviors 5P50CA271353-04 CA21-029 1110676 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11192338&term=CA271353
Houston, Thomas K Wake Forest University Health Sciences Using Rural Community Paramedicine to Engage Lower-Motivated Smokers: Spreading an Effective Mhealth-Assisted Intervention to Motivate Cessation 5R01CA268041-04 CA20-051 753241 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11296834&term=CA268041
Islam, Jessica Yasmine H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst Harnessing Big Data to Understand the Confluence of HIV and Cancer Stigma in the Us Southeast 1R01CA305812-01 CA25-011 851463 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11245249&term=CA305812
Jarad, Samah Jamal Fodeh Yale University Quantifying Patient-Provider Communication Using Machine Learning to Assess Its Impact on Metastatic Cancer Patients' Outcomes 5R01CA285737-02 PAR22-164 693804 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11109737&term=CA285737
Johnson, Karen C University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr Managing Obesity By Leveraging Health Information Technology to Lower Cancer Risk 5R01CA267643-05 PAR19-093 639038 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11251203&term=CA267643
Kastrinos, Amanda Medical University of South Carolina Developing a Communication Support Intervention for Cancer Caregivers in Emerging and Young Adulthood 4R00CA279651-03 PA20-188 247371 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11321342&term=CA279651
Kepka, Deanna Lee Utah State Higher Education System-University of Utah Prevent - Practice-Based Approaches to Promote HPV Vaccination 5R01CA279973-04 PAR21-035 622575 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11323068&term=CA279973
Khan, Saira Washington University Risk-Based Prostate Cancer Screening: Perceptions and Informational Needs of Screening-Eligible Men 1R03CA308660-01 PAR25-078 160093 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11291600&term=CA308660
King, Andy J Utah State Higher Education System-University of Utah Using Natural Language Processing and Crowdsourcing to Monitor and Evaluate Public Information and Communication Disparities About Colon Cancer Screening 5R37CA259156-06 PAR19-348 300160 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11322064&term=CA259156
Kostygina, Ganna National Opinion Research Center Assessing the Effects of Cigar and Cigarillo Social Media Promotion on Tobacco and Marijuana Use 5R01CA248871-05 PA19-056 645591 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10990540&term=CA248871
Kroenke, Candyce H Kaiser Foundation Research Institute An Electronic Health Record-Based Tool to Identify Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Patients at Risk of Low Social Support 5R01CA253028-06 PAR19-093 487877 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11136983&term=CA253028
Lazard, Allison Joan Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill Optimizing a Social Connectedness Intervention for Young Adults with Cancer 5R01CA276176-03 PAR21-035 641920 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11140478&term=CA276176
Lee, Clara Nan-Hi Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill Dissemination of a Breast Reconstruction Decision Tool Through Social Media and Online Communities 5R01CA276408-03 PAR22-105 640389 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11242072&term=CA276408
Lee, Clara Nan-Hi Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation of a Breast Reconstruction Decision Tool 5R21CA287321-02 PAR22-216 179864 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11019833&term=CA287321
Li, Dongmei University of Rochester Artificial Intelligence for Effective Communication to Promote Vaping Cessation on Social Media 5R01CA285482-02 PAR22-164 536331 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11141855&term=CA285482
Linder, Lauri A Utah State Higher Education System-University of Utah Mhealth Intervention to Support Symptom Communication for Children with Cancer 5R01CA291977-02 PAR21-035 636633 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11139443&term=CA291977
Little, Melissa Ashley University of Virginia Leveraging Community Pharmacists to Optimize Smoking Cessation Services for Rural Smokers in Appalachia 5R01CA267963-03 CA20-051 1017437 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10917138&term=CA267963
Loeb, Stacy New York University School of Medicine Addressing Circulation of Guideline-Discordant Information to Promote Optimal Prostate Cancer Care 5R01CA278997-04 MD22-008 599225 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11258892&term=CA278997
Lu, Qian University of TX MD Anderson Can Ctr Writing to Heal: a Culturally Based Brief Expressive Writing Intervention for Chinese Immigrant Breast Cancer Survivors 5R01CA248213-05 PAR18-559 575960 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11118662&term=CA248213
Mao, Bingjing Lsu Health Sciences Center A Pilot Adaptive Trial of Fittrack Chatbot, Nurse Navigator, and Peer Navigator to Promote Fit Screening Among Rural Residents. 1R21CA309305-01 PA25-295 380554 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11288100&term=CA309305
Murphy, Karly Mary East Carolina University IMANAGEAYA: Preparation and Optimization of a Mhealth Intervention for Managing Depressive Symptoms in Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors 5R00CA248701-05 PA20-187 248649 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11171724&term=CA248701
Nan, Xiaoli Univ of Maryland, College Park Supporting Informed Parental Decisions on HPV Vaccination Through Safe and Personalized Ai-Driven Conversations 1R01CA297324-01A1 PAR22-164 2834092 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11225471&term=CA297324
Neil, Jordan University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr Improving Rates of Diagnostic Colonoscopy in Native Americans Through a Culturally Sensitive Digital Outreach Intervention 1R21CA281135-01A1 PAR20-214 397045 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10843624&term=CA281135
Nightingale, Chandylen Lenae Wake Forest University Health Sciences Multi-Site Community Oncology Planning for the Connect Intervention Targeting Lung Cancer Caregivers 5U34CA283478-03 PAR22-174 283650 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11099917&term=CA283478
Odedina, Folakemi T Mayo Clinic Jacksonville Science of Community Outreach and Engagement (SOCOE) Conference 5R13CA290996-02 PA21-151 10000 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11081019&term=CA290996
Ortiz, Ana Patricia Comprehensive Cancer Center Univ/Pr The Caribbean Cancer Research Center on Environmental and Natural Hazards 5P20CA294096-02 ES23-007 1143944 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11195037&term=CA294096
Pagoto, Sherry L. University of Connecticut Storrs Randomized Trial of a Dissonance-Based Sun Safety Intervention for Young Adult Tanners 1R01CA309495-01 PA25-294 444991 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11278616&term=CA309495
Panageas, Katherine S Sloan-Kettering Inst Can Research MATCHES: Making Telehealth Delivery of Cancer Care at Home Effective and Safe 5P50CA271357-04 CA21-029 1238986 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11113914&term=CA271357
Parikh, Ravi Bharat Emory University Algorithm-Enabled Patients Activated in Cancer Care Through Teams (a-Pact) Toimprove Goals of Care Communication for People with Cancer 5R37CA296075-02 PAR24-072 641674 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11289404&term=CA296075
Perkins, Rebecca Bernstein Tufts Medical Center Conversational Agent to Improve Guideline Concordant Care for People with Cervical Cancer Screening Abnormalities 1R01CA296021-01A1 PAR22-164 3277279 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11226736&term=CA296021
Pitt, Susan C University of Michigan at Ann Arbor A Pilot Feasibility Study of an Intervention to Decrease Overtreatment of Low-Risk Thyroid Cancer 5R03CA283105-02 PAR20-052 84023 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10895437&term=CA283105
Popova, Lyudmila Georgia State University Communicating About Nicotine and Differential Risks of Tobacco Products in Priority Populations 5R01CA239308-06 OD21-002 776784 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11262877&term=CA239308
Popova, Lyudmila Georgia State University Behavioral Intervention to Mitigate Nicotine Addiction in Digital Environments 5R01CA289552-03 PAR21-035 565423 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11304526&term=CA289552
Psihogios, Alexandra Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago The Aya Oncology Self-Care Movement (#AYAOSM): an Influencer-Driven Social Media Intervention for Oral Chemotherapy Adherence 1R37CA299904-01A1 PAR22-164 651859 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11227081&term=CA299904
Roberts, Megan Eleanor Ohio State University Modeling the Impact of Age Restricted in-Person Location Policies for Youth Tobacco Use 5R01CA273206-03 PAR20-302 625530 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11161563&term=CA273206
Roh, Soonhee University of South Dakota A Mobile Web App Intervention to Promote Cervical Cancer Screening Among Indigenous Women 4R01CA288301-02 PAR20-238 896339 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11170413&term=CA288301
Scheurer, Michael E. American Society of Preventive Oncology, Inc. 2026 Annual Conference Grant: American Society of Preventive Oncology 1R13CA314217-01 PA25-080 40000 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11391548&term=CA314217
Schnoll, Robert A University of Pennsylvania Advancing the Quality of Cancer Care Through Behavioral Economics and Implementation Science 5P50CA244690-05 CA19-006 862041 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10903979&term=CA244690
Simon, Melissa A. Northwestern University Advancing Cancer Control Engaged Research Through Transformative Solutions in Patient Navigation (Accert Pn) 5U19CA291404-02 CA23-026 1877533 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11187240&term=CA291404
Staras, Stephanie A S University of Florida REMARK: a Multi-Level Strategy to Address Disparities in Rural HPV-Related Cancer Prevention 4R01CA268014-04 CA20-051 1570420 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11190881&term=CA268014
Su, Hui-Chun Irene University of California, San Diego Evaluation of a Telehealth Oncofertility Care Intervention in Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients: a Stepped Wedge Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial 5R01CA271104-04 PAR21-035 639113 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11232351&term=CA271104
Thomas, Teresa Hagan University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh Efficacy of a Self-Advocacy Serious Game Intervention for Women with Advanced Cancer 5R37CA262025-05 PAR18-559 593741 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11171425&term=CA262025
Van Cleave, Janet H University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston Implementing the Nyu Electronic Patient Visit Assessment (EPVA) for Head and Neck Cancer in Rural and Urban Populations 5R01CA282149-03 PAR21-035 677501 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11142672&term=CA282149
Walsh-Buhi, Eric Richard Trustees of Indiana University Skin Cancer on Social Media: Analyzing Current Communications, Modeling Diffusion Potential, and Developing Innovative Prevention-Focused Messages 4R01CA279679-02 PAR22-164 1621652 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11181615&term=CA279679
Yan, Haoyang University of Alabama at Birmingham Development and Initial Testing of a Behavioral Intervention to Increase Pre-Test Genetic Counseling Among Families at Risk of Lynch Syndrome 5R00CA277584-04 CA21-061 180699 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11182738&term=CA277584
Yanez, Betina Northwestern University Technology Facilitated Behavioral Intervention for Depression Among Diverse Patients in Ambulatory Oncology 4R37CA255875-06 PAR21-138 742929 2026 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11128927&term=CA255875
Yin, Zhijun Vanderbilt University Medical Center Prediction of Anti-Cancer Medication Discontinuation Via Patient Portal Messages and Structured Electronic Medical Records 5R37CA237452-06 PAR18-638 364692 2025 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=11123119&term=CA237452
Zubkoff, Lisa University of Alabama at Birmingham Implementing Palliative Care: Learning Collaborative Vs. Technical Assistance 5R01CA229197-07 PAR16-238 545008 2024 https://maps.cancer.gov/overview/DCCPSGrants/abstract.jsp?applId=10798315&term=CA229197