Promoting systems biology in cancer research and education
Outreach Core
This study is all about helping people, including kids and families, learn more about how cancer works through fun workshops and community activities, while also training new scientists to keep improving cancer research together with top experts.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911947 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing the understanding and application of systems biology in cancer research and clinical settings. It aims to educate a wide audience, including children, adults, patients, and their families, about cancer systems biology through workshops and community engagement. By fostering a motivated community of researchers and training the next generation of scientists, the project seeks to create a supportive environment for ongoing cancer research. The program also emphasizes collaboration with leading institutions to recruit and train talented individuals in the field.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include cancer patients, their families, and individuals interested in learning about cancer systems biology.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in educational outreach or who do not have a connection to cancer research may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more informed public and a stronger community of cancer researchers, ultimately improving cancer treatment and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar outreach and educational initiatives in cancer research have shown success in building community engagement and advancing scientific understanding.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bachelder, Robin Elizabeth — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Bachelder, Robin Elizabeth
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.