Annual conference for future leaders in cancer precision public health
Transdisciplinary Conference for Future Leaders in Precision Public Health
This study is all about hosting a friendly annual conference for new researchers in cancer prevention, where they can learn, share ideas, and connect with others to help improve health outcomes using genetics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11103402 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research involves organizing an annual conference aimed at early career investigators in the field of cancer precision public health. The conference will provide opportunities for participants to enhance their knowledge and skills through seminars and discussions, while also fostering collaborations among researchers. By focusing on cancer prevention and control through genomics, the conference aims to establish a professional network that supports ongoing research and practice in this emerging field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are early career researchers and investigators interested in cancer precision public health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a professional interest in cancer prevention and control may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the effectiveness of cancer prevention strategies through improved collaboration and knowledge sharing among emerging leaders in the field.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach of convening conferences for capacity building is common, the specific focus on cancer precision public health is relatively novel and aims to address a gap in the field.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Roberts, Megan C. — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Roberts, Megan C.
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.