CANCER

Palliative Care Intervention for Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Advanced Cancer Patients

Purpose — To test the efficacy of a collaborative care intervention to reduce symptoms of pain, depression, and fatigue in patients diagnosed with cancer. The study will also assess the predictors of caregiving on cardiovascular risk.
Principal Investigator — Jennifer Steel, PhD

Funding Agency Title Role Year(s) Amount
National Cancer Institute
R01CA196953
Palliative care intervention for socioeconomically disadvantaged cancer patients PI
16% effort
2016-2021 Total: $3,784,611
Direct: $396,167
Indirect: $222,844

Dyadic Sleep Intervention

Purpose — To test the efficacy of a dyadic sleep intervention for those diagnosed with cancer and their spouses or intimate partners.
Principal Investigator — Jennifer Steel, PhD


Distress after Stopping Immunotherapy

Purpose — To test the efficacy of an intervention to reduce distress and fear of recurrence after stopping immunotherapy.
Principal Investigator — Jennifer Steel, PhD