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About Connect2Care

Connect2Care is a research initiative led by the OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center and the American Cancer Society. Our goal is to improve prostate cancer outcomes for Black men in Oklahoma by offering a simple, at-home blood test that measures prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels — a key marker of prostate health. The test is quick, easy, and only requires a small drop of blood from your finger. If follow-up care is needed, we’ll help you connect with trusted providers. Take the first step toward empowered, informed, and accessible care—starting at home.

The Research Team Behind Connect2Care

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Adam C. Alexander, Ph.D.

Adam C. Alexander, Ph.D. is a public health researcher and Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He co-leads the HEROES Research Lab at the TSET Health Promotion Research Center. Dr. Alexander is passionate about increasing early cancer detection across Oklahoma. His work combines mobile technology and community partnerships to develop innovative tools — like smartphone apps — that help people access cancer screenings. His goal is to make cancer prevention and care more accessible, equitable, and effective for all.

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Jordan Neil, Ph.D.

Jordan Neil, Ph.D. is a cancer prevention researcher and Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. He co-leads the HEROES Research Lab at the TSET Health Promotion Research Center. Dr. Neil’s research focuses on finding new ways to improve access and uptake of at-home cancer screening tests. He has particular interest in how we can better tailor navigation strategies to meet the needs of rural and underserved patient populations.

About HEROES

Vision Statement

We are creating a world where every person has the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Mission Statement

HEROES aims to improve public health through innovative research and community collaboration to advance health equity for all individuals, groups, and communities.

Values

  1. Humility and Respect

    We actively listen to our peers and ask questions to understand and improve our work.

  2. Teamwork and Community

    We share our expertise, skills, and resources and celebrate victories and defeats together.

  3. Foresight and Innovation

    We encourage creativity and risk-taking to discover the best ideas and solutions and challenge the status quo.

  4. Excellence and Rigor

    We use our expertise, skills, and resources responsibly, implement new ideas carefully and thoughtfully, and hold ourselves accountable for our successes and failures.

Research Priorities

  1. Cancer Screening and Treatment Access

    Improve screening and early detection of cancers among vulnerable and underserved communities and eliminate barriers to evidence-based treatment.

  2. Smoking Cessation

    Improve the treatment of nicotine dependence in high-tobacco-burden populations.

  3. Wellness Education

    Raise awareness about the importance of evidence-based health and wellness practices and promote simple and effective strategies to improve physical, mental, and spiritual health in vulnerable and underserved communities.

  4. Career Training and Education

    Prepare students and learners to pursue careers in research and medicine to increase diversity within the STEM workforce and promote health equity.