Training future cancer researchers and clinicians
CUIMC Calabresi Clinical Oncology Career Development Program
This program is designed to help future cancer doctors and researchers learn how to improve cancer care for everyone, especially by looking at how things like gender, race, and income affect health, all while working with experienced mentors at Columbia University.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11060044 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program aims to develop the next generation of clinician scientists in oncology by providing training in clinical and translational research. It focuses on addressing health equity by considering diverse factors such as gender, race, and socioeconomic status in cancer research. Participants will work with top mentors at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, gaining experience in various oncology specialties. The program emphasizes multi-disciplinary collaboration to enhance cancer care and research outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include aspiring clinician scientists and healthcare professionals interested in oncology and cancer research.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pursuing a career in oncology or related fields may not directly benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could lead to improved cancer treatment and care through innovative research and a diverse workforce in oncology.
How similar studies have performed: Similar career development programs have successfully trained clinician scientists and advanced cancer research, indicating a strong potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hershman, Dawn — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Hershman, Dawn
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.