A program to enhance research skills and career interest in students from underserved areas
Consortium for Increasing Research and Collaborative Learning Experiences (CIRCLE)
The CIRCLE Program is designed to help middle and high school students from underserved communities learn about research and explore careers in science by providing hands-on experiences, training, and support from local mentors.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10824269 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The CIRCLE Program aims to provide middle and high school students from underserved communities with opportunities to develop their research skills and explore careers in biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research. Through a combination of training workshops, mentoring, and authentic research experiences, students will engage with local mentors and research supervisors via chats, blogs, and video calls. The program focuses on creating a supportive infrastructure that fosters interest in STEM careers and enhances public knowledge of research. By addressing the lack of research experiences available to these students, CIRCLE seeks to strengthen career pathways in the Pacific region of the United States.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are middle and high school students from underserved areas who are interested in pursuing careers in health sciences.
Not a fit: Students who already have ample access to research experiences and career guidance may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower students from underserved communities to pursue careers in scientific fields, ultimately contributing to a more diverse workforce in biomedical and behavioral research.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at enhancing research skills and career pathways for students in underserved areas have shown positive outcomes in increasing interest and participation in STEM fields.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Withy, Kelley Marie — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Withy, Kelley Marie
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.