Prevention Research Studies
Cancer prevention research studies are conducted to learn more about preventing cancer. In general, prevention research studies are for healthy individuals who haven’t been diagnosed with cancer. However, some of these studies are investigating how to improve quality of life for patients, survivors and their families.
To learn more about specific M. D. Anderson prevention research studies, select the study that interests you, or call askMDAnderson at 1-877-MDA-6789. Some studies allow you to submit information online. We'd like to hear from you.
Studies for Men and Women
Brain Tumor Family Study
Study to learn more about genetic links in families who have had two or more family members diagnosed with brain tumors
Colorectal Cancer Screening Intervention for Relatives of Colorectal Cancer Patients
Study that investigates attitudes toward colorectal cancer screening among people with a family history of the disease
FAROS
Study to find ways to help Hispanics with Medicare participate in cancer screening exams
For Good Measure
Study to monitor physical activity, physical fitness and body composition measurements
Health and Cancer Issues in the South Asian Community
Study to assess how cultural beliefs, such as attitudes and behaviors toward cancer, health care and complementary and alternative medicine, influence health outcomes in South Asian communities
Houston-Area Meningioma Brain Tumor Study
Study to learn more about the roles that genetic and environmental factors play in the development of meningioma brain tumors
Mexican-American Health Study (also called Mano a Mano)
Study to collect information about the health of Mexican-Americans in Houston
Pancreatic Cancer Family Study
Study to learn about genetic links in families who have had two or more family members with pancreatic cancer
Project EXPORT
Study to assess environmental exposures in the home, community and workplace that may increase a person’s risks for developing cancer, and to examine the effects of chemical exposure on unborn babies
Vitamin D / Calcium Polyp Prevention Study
Study to evaluate if two nutritional supplements, vitamin D and calcium, can help prevent the development of colon polyps
Studies for Women
Binational Breast Cancer Study (also called Ella)
Study to evaluate the differences in breast cancer risk factors among Mexican-American women in the U.S. and in Mexico
Study for Combined Colon and Endometrial Cancer Screening in Women at High-Risk for Colon and Endometrial Cancer
Study to determine the feasibility of performing endometrial cancer screening at the time of colonoscopy
Endometrial Cancer and Weight Study
Study to evaluate the relationship between weight and endometrial cancer
Lipitor Breast Cancer Prevention Trial
Study to determine the effectiveness of the drug Lipitor in reducing breast cancer risk among women at high risk for the disease
Modulation of Putative Surrogate Endpoint Biomarkers in Endometrial Biopsies from Women with Hereditary Non-Polyposis Colorectal Cancer (HNPCC)
Study to investigate the endometrial lining of women at high risk for developing hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC)
Ovarian Cancer Low Risk Study
Study to learn if the CA-125 blood test and a urine test is helpful in the early detection of ovarian cancer among healthy, post-menopausal women
Ovarian Cancer and Nutrition Education Study (ONE Study)
Study to measure how diet affects the quality for life of ovarian cancer survivors
Ovarian Cancer Screening Pilot Trial in High Risk Women
Study to learn if the CA-125 blood test is helpful in the early detection of ovarian cancer among women at high risk for the disease
PUMA: Puberty in Mexican-American Girls
Study to examine the role of diet, body size, physical activity and hormones in predicting onset of puberty in Mexican-American girls
Steps to Health
Study to identify ways to help endometrial cancer survivors be more physically active and to evaluate how physical activity affects their quality of life
Texas-Nigeria STARR study
Study to assess differences in hormone levels and eating habits among African American and West African American pregnant women to evaluate breast cancer risk in their babies
Studies for Men
Impact Study
Study to determine the role of prostate cancer screening among men tested for the BRCA1 and 2 genes
Tobacco Cessation Studies
Project CARE
Study to examine how behavioral and psychosocial factors influence the process of quitting smoking
Project MIND - Group Therapy for Nicotine Dependence
Study to evaluate smoking cessation treatment offered in a group setting
Project My Choice
Multi-national study designed to assess the effectiveness of the drug Varenicline after the participant has decided on a quit date
Project QuitRx
Study to assess the effectiveness of FDA-approved smoking cessation aids on the changes in a person’s emotion during their attempt to quit smoking
Project SOAR
Study to help smokers who are experiencing depression while trying to quit smoking
Si Se Puede
Study to understand how factors, such as cravings, support from friends or family, stress and coping skills, affect Spanish-speaking Hispanic smokers as they try to quit smoking or remain smoke-free