Creating accessible genomic data science courses for undergraduate students
Official title: Modernizing biology curricula by developing accessible genomic data science miniCUREs for the AnVIL platform
Funded at Notre Dame of Maryland University · NIH-10983250 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating short, easy-to-follow courses about genomics and data science for college students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, to help them gain hands-on experience and learn more about topics like RNA sequencing and the human gut microbiome, with options to take the courses in person, online, or a mix of both.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Notre Dame of Maryland University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $451,560 |
| NIH project number | 1UE5HG013799-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983250 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are undergraduate students, especially those attending community colleges or minority-serving institutions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not enrolled in undergraduate programs or who do not have access to the educational resources provided by this research may not receive any benefit.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing short, modular courses that introduce undergraduate students to computational genomics and data science. By enhancing existing RNA-seq courses and creating new ones that explore the human gut microbiome, the project aims to provide hands-on research experiences to students, particularly those from underserved backgrounds. The courses will be available in various formats, including in-person, hybrid, and online, making them accessible to a wide audience. The goal is to broaden the use of genomic data science materials across diverse educational institutions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the educational experiences of undergraduate students, particularly those from underrepresented groups, by providing them with valuable skills in genomic data science.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes in genomics and data science, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kerr, Jennifer Evangeline — Notre Dame of Maryland University
- Study coordinator: Kerr, Jennifer Evangeline
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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.