Enhancing diversity in biomedical informatics education
Culturally Augmented Learning In Biomedical Informatics Research (CALIBIR) Program
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10927255
The CALIBIR program is a summer opportunity for underrepresented college students to dive into exciting research in biomedical informatics and data science at Wake Forest University, helping them explore careers in this important field.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10927255 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The CALIBIR program aims to improve diversity in the biomedical informatics and data science fields by providing a summer research immersion experience for underrepresented undergraduate and master's students. Participants will engage in mentored research training across various domains, including Clinical Research Informatics and Artificial Intelligence, at Wake Forest University. This program seeks to foster interest and provide exposure to the field, ultimately encouraging more diverse individuals to pursue careers in biomedical informatics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are undergraduate and master's level students from underrepresented backgrounds interested in biomedical informatics and data science.
Not a fit: Patients who are not students or do not belong to underrepresented groups in biomedical informatics may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse workforce in biomedical informatics, improving healthcare outcomes through varied perspectives.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields have shown success in enhancing participation and career advancement for underrepresented groups.
Where this research is happening
WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES
- WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — WINSTON-SALEM, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GURCAN, METIN NAFI — WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: GURCAN, METIN NAFI
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.