Promoting careers in clinical laboratory sciences and public health information technology for high school students
From High School to Health Care: Lab and Data Science Pathways for Success
This study is all about helping high school students learn about exciting careers in health fields like lab sciences and public health tech, especially in rural areas, so they can gain hands-on experience and be inspired to join the healthcare workforce in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Memphis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894915 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the shortage of allied health professionals by educating high school students about careers in clinical laboratory sciences (CLS) and public health information technology (PHIT). The program includes a summer initiative and a dual enrollment course that provides hands-on experiences and skills development. By utilizing project-based learning and real-world scenarios, students will gain insights into these vital health professions, particularly in underserved rural communities. The goal is to inspire and prepare students for future careers in health care, ultimately increasing the workforce in these critical areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are high school students, particularly those from rural communities and underserved populations interested in health care careers.
Not a fit: Students who are not interested in pursuing careers in health care or who are not in high school may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of qualified health professionals in rural and underserved areas, improving access to health care.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational initiatives have shown success in increasing interest and enrollment in health professions, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
Memphis, United States
- University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr — Memphis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moore, Jacen Shannon — University of Tennessee Health Sci Ctr
- Study coordinator: Moore, Jacen Shannon
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.