Department of Public Health, Sree Devraj Urs Medical College, Karnataka, India
Research Article
Global philanthropy and health research: An implications in global cancer control
Author(s): Somasekhar NR*
Globally, cancer is the primary source of disease burden, accounting for
almost 19.3 million cases and 10 million deaths in 2020. In order to improve
outcomes and comprehend the factors that contribute to cancer as well as the
impact of therapies, research is essential. Our objective was to examine
worldwide trends in public and charitable funding for cancer research. For the
purpose of this content analysis, we looked up funding grants for human
cancer research from public and private funders between January 1, 2016, and
December 31, 2020, using the Uber research dimensions database and cancer
research UK data. Project and program grants, fellowships, pump priming,
and pilot projects were among the award categories that were covered.
Awards pertaining to the operational provision of cancer care were not
included. The study period, cross-cutting resear.. View More»