The Development of CERVIS: Cervical cancer Early Response Visual Identification System

Authors

Nicola Gerbino
Dave Heil
Claire Hultquist
Julia Lanoha
Rosie McDonagh
Hallie Mcnamara
Mason Seeley

Document Type

Research Paper

Publication Date

4-16-2019

Abstract

The goal of CERVIS is to make a substantial, positive impact in the cervical cancer diagnostic space through the development of a minimally invasive, cost effective solution that enables women in low-resource settings to test for cervical cancer on a frugal and effective platform. In the developed world, there are a variety of options that can aid in early detection, including pap smears. However, due to the high cost and laboratory requirements that accompany this procedure, women in low-resource settings rarely have access to this preventative care or regular screenings for cervical cancer. Using new research about the changes in the vaginal microbiome, we aim to create a frugal, visual diagnostic screening tool for early stage cervical cancer as an alternative to the existing expensive, invasive, and clinic-dependent methods. Outcomes will be measured by partnering with a Kenyan NGO to collect data from several clinics.

Comments

2019 Winner

Recommended Citation

Gerbino, Nicola; Heil, Dave; Hultquist, Claire; Lanoha, Julia; McDonagh, Rosie; Mcnamara, Hallie; and Seeley, Mason, "The Development of CERVIS: Cervical cancer Early Response Visual Identification System" (2019). Library Undergraduate Research Award. 7.
https://scholarcommons.scu.edu/lib_ugrad_research/7