CPIC scientists, often with national and international collaborators, conduct epidemiologic studies (e.g., surveillance, case-control, cohort and intervention studies, and randomized trials) that span the full cancer spectrum from prevention through long-term survivorship, and have included many cancer sites (bladder, breast, colon, endometrium, Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas, leukemia, liver, lung, melanoma, ovary, prostate, rectum, and thyroid).
Many of these studies have compiled large databases that may be used for secondary analyses. The successful completion of these studies often depends on CPIC's exceptional record of recruitment and long-term tracking of diverse populations; designing and validating high quality data collection instruments; collecting and storing biological specimens (e.g., blood, tissue, urine, nails, and hair); and compiling and managing extensive data, including medical record information.
Our expertise in collecting data from large and diverse populations may be useful for collaboration with basic scientists, clinical researchers, and pharmaceutical or biotech companies to extend their work to larger and more diverse human populations. To demonstrate the breadth and depth of the work being done at CPIC, here are a few examples of these studies:
Genetics: CPIC scientists are involved in studies that attempt to narrow the cancer genetics knowledge gap, especially those that seek understanding of how genes and the environment interact in cancer development.
Diet and Obesity: CPIC is investigating lifetime dietary exposures (pre-natal through adulthood) and possible associations with cancer risk.
Environmental Exposures: CPIC scientists are examining the impact environmental toxicants have on cancer risk. One of the great challenges in environmental epidemiology is characterizing the spectrum of exposures to individuals, especially for chemical agents that may be commonly encountered in a variety of settings.
Cancer Prevention, Screening and Treatment: Research at CPIC in this area typically involves exploration of disparities based upon age, gender, race/ethnicity, language and socioeconomic status.
Survivorship: CPIC is committed to exploring quality of life after treatment and the quality of follow-up care among long-term survivors.
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CPIC conducts innovative and dynamic cancer research and outreach programs that explore areas with significant impact on reducing the cancer burden. For more information about our research programs or possible collaborations, contact Ingrid Oakley-Girvan (Ingrid.Oakley-Girvan@CPIC.org, (510) 608-5045).
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