Educational program to promote careers in computational genomics and data science.
Official title: Pacific Computational Genomics and Data Sciences Research Education Program
Funded at University of Hawaii at Manoa · NIH-10983703 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help students from diverse backgrounds in Hawaii and the Pacific learn about data science and genomics, giving them the skills they need for exciting careers in health and science.
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 start | September 17, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $486,000 |
| NIH project number | 1UE5HG013826-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10983703 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds interested in pursuing studies in computational genomics and data science.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not students or who do not have an interest in pursuing education in computational genomics and data science may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance educational opportunities for diverse and underrepresented students in Hawaii and the Pacific by developing undergraduate and master's degree curricula in computational genomics and data science. It will leverage NIH cloud computing resources to create hands-on analytical exercises and classroom content. The initiative focuses on training students in biomedical and behavioral sciences, providing them with essential skills for careers in this growing field. By fostering a supportive learning environment, the program seeks to increase participation in CGDS research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing careers in computational genomics and data science, leading to a more diverse workforce in biomedical research.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in increasing diversity in STEM fields, indicating a positive potential for this program.
Where this research is happening
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Deng, Youping — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Deng, Youping
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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.