This open access book is a collection of articles based on presentations from the 2020
Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos conference that gives an overview of conference
outcomes. The vision of the conference has been to unite researchers scientists physicians
and other healthcare professionals patient advocates and students from across the world to
discuss research advancements identify gaps and develop actionable goals to translate basic
research findings into clinical best practices effective community interventions and
professional training programs to decrease cancer risks and eliminate cancer disparities for
Latinos. This conference comes at an especially important time when Latinos - the largest and
youngest minority group in the U.S. - are expected to face a 142% rise in cancer cases in the
coming years. Disparities continue to impact this population in critical areas: access to
preventive and clinical care changeable risk behaviors quality of life and mortality. Each
chapter summarizes the presentation and includes current knowledge in the specific topic areas
identified gaps and opportunities for future research. Topics explored include: Applying an
Exposome-Wide (ExWAS) Approach to Latino Cancer Disparities Supportive Care Needs and Coping
Strategies Used by Latino Men Cancer Survivors Optimizing Engagement of the Latino Community in
Cancer Research Latino Population Growth and the Changing Demography of Cancer Implementation
Science to Enhance the Value of Cancer Research in Latinos A Strength-Based Approach to Cancer
Prevention in Latinxs Overcoming Clinical Research Disparities by Advancing Inclusive Research
Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: Building Collaboration for Action will appeal to a
wide readership due to its comprehensive coverage of topics ranging from basic science and
community prevention research to clinical practice to policy. The book is an essential resource
for physicians and other medical professionals researchers scientists academicians patient
advocates and students. It also will appeal to policy-makers NCI-designated cancer centers
academic centers state health departments and community organizations.
