Training faculty to address cancer health disparities
Advanced Course on Cancer-related Health Disparities Research, Mentoring, & Leadership
This program is designed to help new teachers and researchers learn how to study and tackle cancer-related health issues that affect different communities, so they can make a positive impact on reducing cancer's effects on everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092455 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to enhance the skills of faculty members in researching and addressing cancer-related health disparities. Participants will receive training in utilizing cancer-related databases and culturally tailored behavioral interventions to better understand and combat these disparities. The program focuses on early-stage faculty and those new to cancer disparities research, providing them with the tools and mentorship needed to succeed in this critical area. By fostering a knowledgeable workforce, the initiative seeks to ultimately reduce the burden of cancer in diverse communities across the United States.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are early-stage faculty and researchers focused on cancer disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in academic or research settings may not directly benefit from this initiative.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and outcomes for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have shown success in enhancing research capabilities and addressing health disparities in other areas.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Okuyemi, Kolawole S — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Okuyemi, Kolawole S
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.