Latest News

NCI Launches Network to Study Self-Collection for HPV Testing to Prevent Cervical Cancer

On January 25, 2024, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, with public and private partners, launched a new clinical trial network to gather data on a “self-collection” method of human papillomavirus (HPV) testing to prevent cervical cancer. Read the Cancer Prevention Science Blog.

Research Highlights: Barrett’s Esophagus Translational Research Network Studies Provide Insights into Prevention and Risk for Esophageal Cancer

Findings from two studies aimed at learning more about preventing the type of esophageal cancer with the fastest growing incidence rate have emerged recently from the Barrett’s Esophagus Translational Research Network (BETRNet) as it winds down its collaborative activities. Read the Cancer Prevention Science Blog.

What Happens If More People Get Screened for Cancer?

In a new study, researchers used computer modeling to estimate the number of deaths that could be prevented by increasing the use of US Preventive Services Task Force-recommended cancer screening tests. In this interview, the study’s lead author, Amy Knudsen, Ph.D., of Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses the findings and their implications for cancer screening moving forward. Read the Cancer Currents Blog.

2024 Annual Call for Nominations to Spotlight Early Career Scientists

Nominations are now open to spotlight your early career scientists in cancer prevention, early detection biomarker development and screening, and symptom science. NCI wants to increase visibility of and provide recognition to the early career scientists conducting research within the areas supported by the Division of Cancer Prevention (DCP). Please nominate an early career scientist you believe should be recognized for their hard work. Individuals who are selected will be featured on social media and will be invited to present their research to the broad NCI community. Applications are due June 30. 

Learn more about this opportunity.

Upcoming Events

DCP Early Career Scientist Spotlight Research Seminar Series

Monday, February 12 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET Advanced registration is required Neeha Zaidi, M.D., assistant professor of oncology, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins University, will give a talk titled, “Harnessing the Potential for Immune Interception in Pancreatic Cancer High-Risk Cohorts.” The DCP Early Career Scientist Spotlight Research Seminar Series highlights nominated early career scientists who are advancing research within the areas supported by DCP. Learn more about the Spotlight Research Seminar Series. If you have questions about this seminar series, email NCIDCPworkforce@mail.nih.gov.

20th Virtual National Cancer Advisory Board Meeting

Thursday, February 8 10:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m. ET Watch Live Videocast Mark your calendars for the 20th Virtual Meeting of the National Cancer Advisory Board (view tentative agenda). This virtual meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast live at videocast.nih.gov. To view the videocast, you must have Adobe Flash Player installed.

Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs): Assay Validation for Studies in Cancer

Assay Validation of High-Quality Markers for Clinical Studies in Cancer

NCI invites applications to support the adoption and validation of molecular/cellular/imaging markers (referred to as "markers" or "biomarkers") and assays for cancer detection, diagnosis, prognosis, monitoring, and prediction of response or resistance to treatment, as well as markers for cancer prevention and control. This NOFO supports investigator-initiated research for both analytical and clinical validation of assays to be used in cancer treatment, control, or prevention trials supported by NCI. 

PAR-23-313 (UH2/UH3 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
PAR-23-314 (UH3 Clinical Trials Not Allowed)

Expires: October 15, 2026

Reminders

Today: Building Bridges in Cancer Symptom Science: Lessons Learned, Opportunities, and Challenges – A Personal Perspective

Tuesday, February 6
3:00-4:00 p.m. ET
Advanced registration is required

The Role of Androgens in Cancers in Men Webinar Series

Wednesday, February 28
2:00-3:00 p.m. ET
Advanced registration is required

In case you missed it:
Read more DCP Updates.

Do you forward DCP Updates to others?
Encourage them to subscribe.

Division of Cancer Prevention

National Cancer Institute    National Institutes of Health    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services