Enhancing careers in cancer prevention research for early career investigators
Official title: Career Enhancement Core
Funded at University of Utah · NIH-11093937 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping new researchers who are working on cancer prevention in local communities by giving them training and mentorship, so they can team up with others and make a real difference in underserved areas.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Utah NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salt Lake City, United States) |
| Project start | May 3, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $62,392 |
| NIH project number | 5U54CA280812-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11093937 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include early career researchers interested in cancer prevention and community engagement, particularly those focused on serving underserved populations.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in early career research or do not have an interest in community-engaged cancer prevention efforts may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on providing career enhancement training and mentorship for early career investigators engaged in community-based cancer prevention research. It brings together multiple institutions to leverage their resources and expertise, aiming to incorporate community engagement principles into the training of scholars. Participants will receive support in joining project teams, leading pilot projects, and collaborating with community partners to address cancer prevention in underserved communities. The program emphasizes hands-on experience and mentorship from both academic and community leaders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention strategies tailored for communities facing significant health disparities.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing research careers and improving community health outcomes through engaged research practices.
Where this research is happening
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University of Utah
Salt Lake City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Okuyemi, Kolawole S — University of Utah
- Study coordinator: Okuyemi, Kolawole S
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.