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DCCPS programs are carried out by teams of experts engaging in quality cancer control research that benefits the nation. They identify program-specific research goals and objectives, recommend action for resource allocation, collaborate with subject matter experts in their field, and monitor technological, scientific, and policy developments to consider future research priorities.

Program Areas

Behavioral Research

Developing and applying quality research in the behavioral and social sciences to cancer prevention and control.

Epidemiology & Genomics

Understanding susceptibility to cancer and cancer-related outcomes through grant-supported, population-based research.

Health Drivers

Understanding the effects of health drivers in cancer and developing effective interventions that address them.

Healthcare Delivery Research

Evaluating patterns and trends in cancer-associated health behaviors, risk factors, health care services, economics, and outcomes.

Implementation Science

Advancing research and practice to promote the adoption and integration of evidence-based interventions and policies into routine health care.

Surveillance

Collecting and analyzing data and developing statistical methods to answer key cancer-related questions.

Survivorship

Working to enhance the quality and length of survival of all persons diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.