Improving cancer research education and workforce diversity
Research Education Core
This study is all about improving cancer research education at Howard University by teaming up with Johns Hopkins University to create new programs, like a Ph.D. in Medical Physics and a course on using artificial intelligence in cancer research, while also helping underrepresented students in science and technology to make the cancer research field more diverse and effective for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012042 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing cancer research education at Howard University through a partnership with Johns Hopkins University. It aims to develop joint programs, including a Ph.D. program in Medical Physics and a twelve-week course on artificial intelligence in cancer research. The project also includes a 'School2Lab' initiative designed to support underrepresented scholars in STEM fields. By addressing educational disparities, the program seeks to diversify the cancer research workforce and improve outcomes for affected populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include African American individuals interested in pursuing careers in cancer research or related fields.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in research careers or who do not belong to underrepresented groups in cancer research may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse cancer research workforce, ultimately improving cancer treatment and outcomes for underrepresented populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at diversifying the medical and research workforce have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Heng — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Li, Heng
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.