Improving genomics education for community college instructors
Official title: Faceting GEMs (Genomics Education Modules) for the Entry-level Workforce
Funded at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center · NIH-10854368 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping teachers at community and technical colleges learn more about genomics so they can better teach their students, especially those who are just starting out in the field.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $579,698 |
| NIH project number | 1R25HG013489-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10854368 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include community college instructors and faculty involved in teaching genomics or related subjects.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in education or do not work in fields related to genomics may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing genomics education for instructors at under-resourced community and technical colleges. It aims to create accessible training modules that provide essential genomics skills and knowledge, while also fostering collaboration among faculty. The program includes an annual 'Learn-a-thon' where faculty can engage in research and learn to effectively teach these modules. By utilizing scalable online platforms, the initiative seeks to improve the quality of genomics education for entry-level workers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the quality of genomics education, leading to a more skilled workforce in the field.
How similar studies have gone: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in enhancing curriculum and faculty training in other scientific fields, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hoffman, Ava Marie — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Hoffman, Ava Marie
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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.