A program to train diverse students in cancer research and health careers
University of New Mexico's CURE for Cancer
The University of New Mexico's CURE for Cancer program is helping high school and college students from diverse backgrounds learn about cancer research through hands-on summer internships, so they can become future health professionals who understand and support their communities better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932170 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of New Mexico's CURE for Cancer program aims to address higher cancer rates and poorer outcomes in ethnically diverse communities by training high school and undergraduate students in cancer research. This program provides experiential summer internships and educational curricula focused on cancer innovations and career paths in the health professions. It emphasizes the importance of cultural identity and peer networks to foster academic perseverance and persistence in science careers. By recruiting and training underrepresented students, the program seeks to build a diverse biomedical workforce that can better serve these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include high school and undergraduate students from American Indian, Hispanic, and other underrepresented backgrounds interested in pursuing careers in health and science.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or who do not belong to the targeted underrepresented groups may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer outcomes and increased representation of diverse populations in the biomedical workforce.
How similar studies have performed: Other programs focused on training underrepresented students in health sciences have shown success in increasing diversity and improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
Albuquerque, United States
- University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr — Albuquerque, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gillette, Jennifer — University of New Mexico Health Scis Ctr
- Study coordinator: Gillette, Jennifer
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.