scholarly journals Understanding the Value of International Research Networks: An Evaluation of the International Cancer Screening Network of the US National Cancer Institute

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Amanda L. Vogel ◽  
Douglas M. Puricelli Perin ◽  
Ya-Ling Lu ◽  
Stephen H. Taplin
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
National Cancer Institute ◽  
International Research ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Scientific Progress ◽  
Scientific Meeting ◽  
Research Networks ◽  
The Us ◽  
Knowledge Of Cancer

PURPOSE International research networks have the potential to accelerate scientific progress via knowledge sharing and collaboration. In 2018, the US National Cancer Institute evaluated the International Cancer Screening Network (ICSN), in operation since 1988. METHODS ICSN hosts a biennial scientific meeting and scientific working groups. A survey was fielded to 665 ICSN participants, and a bibliometric analysis was conducted for ICSN publications. RESULTS A total of 243 individuals completed the survey (36.5%). They reported that participating in the ICSN helped advance their knowledge of cancer screening research (75.7%), policy development (56%), and implementation (47.7%). Approximately three-quarters agreed that ICSN facilitated knowledge sharing and networking among researchers and implementers (79.9%) and those working on different continents (74.0%) and cancer sites (73.7%). More than half reported that participating helped them form new collaborations in screening implementation (58.0%) or research (57.6%). Most agreed that ICSN helped to advance screening research and evaluation (75.4%), effective screening practices (71.2%), and screening policies (60.9%). Many reported that participating informed advances in their own research (68.7%) and screening implementation (50.2%) and policies (49.4%) in their settings. Approximately two-thirds agreed that ICSN helped advance career development among current experts (66.6%) and train the next generation (62.2%). Half (51.4%) reported that participating advanced their own careers. The 20 ICSN publications included 75 coauthors. They were cited in 589 publications with more than 2,000 coauthors. CONCLUSION Findings provide evidence of the influence of ICSN on international knowledge dissemination, collaboration, and advances in cancer screening research, implementation, and policies and highlight the potential value of longstanding international research networks.

scholarly journals Assessing Knowledge Sharing in Cancer Screening Among High-, Middle-, and Low-Income Countries: Insights From the International Cancer Screening Network

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Douglas M. Puricelli Perin ◽  
Amanda L. Vogel ◽  
Stephen H. Taplin
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Low Income ◽  
National Cancer Institute ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Research Evaluation ◽  
Cancer Control ◽  
Low Income Countries ◽  
Years Of Experience ◽  
Global Knowledge

PURPOSE As the global burden of cancer rises, global knowledge sharing of effective cancer control practices will be critical. The International Cancer Screening Network (ICSN) of the US National Cancer Institute facilitates knowledge sharing to advance cancer screening research and practice. Our analysis assessed perceptions of ICSN’s value and knowledge sharing in cancer screening among participants working in high-income countries (HICs) and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). METHODS In 2018, the National Cancer Institute fielded a self-administered, online survey to 665 ICSN participants from both HICs and LMICs. RESULTS Two hundred forty-three individuals (36.5%) completed the full survey. LMIC participants engaged in more diverse screening activities and had fewer years of experience (13.5% with more than 20 years of experience v 31%; P = .048) in screening and were more interested in cervical cancer (76.9% v 52.6%; P = .002) than HIC participants. However, both groups spent most of their time on research (30.8% LMIC v 36.6% HIC; P = .518) and agreed that the ICSN biennial meeting enabled them to learn from the experiences of both higher-resource (88.2% v 75.7%; P = .122) and lower-resource (61.8% v 68.0%; P = .507) settings. ICSN helped them form new collaborations for research and implementation (55.1% v 58.2%; P = .063); informed advances in research/evaluation (71.4% v 68.0%; P = .695), implementation (59.2% v 47.9%; P = .259), and policies in their settings (55.1% v 48.0%; P = .425); and provided the opportunity to contribute their knowledge and expertise to assist others (67.3% v 71.1%; P = .695). CONCLUSION Findings suggest that HIC and LMIC participants benefit from knowledge sharing at ICSN meetings although their interests, backgrounds, and needs differ. This points to the importance of international research networks that are inclusive of HIC and LMIC participants in cancer control to advance knowledge and effective practices globally.

Evidence of intergenerational transmission of Diethylstilbestrol (DES) health effects: Hindsight and insight

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Titus
Keyword(s):  
Cohort Study ◽  
Intergenerational Transmission ◽  
National Cancer Institute ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals ◽  
Third Generation ◽  
Health It ◽  
The Third ◽  
Endocrine Disrupting ◽  
The Us

Abstract This review summarizes key findings from the US National Cancer Institute (NCI) DES Combined Cohort Study with a focus on the results of the NCI Third Generation Study, a cohort of DES-exposed and unexposed granddaughters. Findings to date from the Third Generation Study are discussed in the context of other research efforts and case reports suggesting an intergenerational heritability of DES-related effects. The DES story serves as a model for the influence of endocrine disrupting chemicals on human health. It also serves as a warning of the special hazards of pregnancy exposures, and more broadly, of the potential for invisible health consequences arising from new or changing exposures.

Experiences of Slovak University students with on campus alcohol policy

Human Affairs ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ferdinand Salonna ◽  
Natália Vendelová ◽  
Jozef Benka ◽  
Mária Bačíková
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
University Students ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Alcohol Policy ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Alcohol Policies ◽  
The Us ◽  
Key Questions

AbstractThe vast majority of studies focusing on alcohol consumption among university students are based on US and Canadian samples and employ a quantitative approach. Universities from the US and Canada also have a longer tradition in implementing alcohol policies. The alcohol policies at universities in Slovakia are mostly non-systematic and often not implemented in practice. The objective of this study was to explore Slovak university students’ experiences towards alcohol policy on their campuses using a qualitative approach. Eight focus group discussions were conducted among university students (n=64; 38 female; 2011; Slovakia). The key questions were (1) “Is there a policy concerning alcohol on your campus and what are the consequences of not complying with it?”, and (2) “How should an on-campus alcohol policy be developed and what should it include?” The students knew of few, if any, rules concerning alcohol. Student participation was considered important in policy development and implementation. Slovak universities should be more active in forming alcohol policies. A preventative policy which actively involves students was emphasized as optimal.

Outcome of Patients With Small-Cell Lung Cancer During 20 Years of Clinical Research at the US National Cancer Institute

1997 ◽  
Vol 72 (10) ◽  
pp. 901-912 ◽  
Author(s):  
John P. Chute ◽  
David J. Venzon ◽  
Lynn Hankins ◽  
Paul Okunieff ◽  
James N. Frame ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lung Cancer ◽  
Clinical Research ◽  
Small Cell Lung Cancer ◽  
Cell Lung Cancer ◽  
National Cancer Institute ◽  
Small Cell ◽  
Small Cell Lung ◽  
The Us
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