Enhancing cancer research careers for underrepresented groups
Official title: Career Enhancement Core-001
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11082253 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new researchers from underrepresented backgrounds, like Black and Hispanic individuals, get the training and support they need to make a difference in cancer research, so that everyone affected by cancer gets the care they deserve.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | June 15, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $121,020 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA280770-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11082253 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include early-stage researchers from underrepresented backgrounds in medicine, particularly those focused on cancer care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not belong to the targeted underrepresented groups may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This research initiative aims to address disparities in cancer care by developing the research capacity of early-stage investigators from underrepresented demographic groups, including Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx individuals. The program will provide essential training, resources, and networking opportunities to help these researchers establish independent careers in cancer research. By fostering a diverse research community, the initiative seeks to ensure that the populations affected by cancer disparities are represented in the research process. Participants will receive guidance on grant writing and collaboration with experts in the field.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and effective cancer research workforce, ultimately improving cancer care for marginalized communities.
How similar studies have gone: Other initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in medical research have shown promise in improving health outcomes and addressing disparities, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bakitas, Marie Anne — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Bakitas, Marie Anne
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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.