Creating educational resources and outreach programs for cancer research.
Outreach Core
This project is all about making cancer research easier to understand and more accessible for both researchers and high school students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, by creating helpful online tools and resources that encourage collaboration and learning in the field of cancer science.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11171867 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance cancer research education and outreach by developing accessible software tools and tutorials for both researchers and high school students. It will build on previous outreach efforts to create a community-focused platform that fosters collaboration among cancer researchers and promotes diversity in STEM fields. The initiative will include online resources, case studies, and partnerships with schools to engage underrepresented students in cancer data analysis and systems biology. By leveraging existing infrastructure, the project seeks to improve the dissemination of cancer research knowledge.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include high school students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds interested in science and cancer research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in educational outreach or who do not have an interest in cancer research may not benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower patients and communities with better understanding and access to cancer research and treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Previous outreach initiatives in cancer research have shown success in engaging communities and improving educational outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Murray, Diana — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Murray, Diana
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.