Training program to empower cancer research in the Pacific
Cancer Research Education, Advancement, Training and Empowerment (CREATE) in the Pacific
The CREATE program offers a 10-week hands-on experience at the University of Hawai`i Cancer Center for people interested in helping to fight cancer in diverse communities, especially among Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, by providing training and research opportunities focused on improving cancer care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10902001 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This program, called CREATE, aims to enhance the training of a diverse workforce to address cancer incidence and mortality in the Pacific region. It provides a 10-week hands-on experience at the University of Hawai`i Cancer Center, along with multi-disciplinary seminars, workshops, and career development sessions. The program focuses on the unique needs of a multiethnic population, including Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, to tackle cancer health disparities. Participants will engage in research that leverages the unique biological resources of the region for drug discovery and cancer treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program include individuals from diverse ethnic backgrounds, particularly those of Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Japanese, Filipino, Chinese, Korean, and European ancestry.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to the targeted ethnic groups or who are not interested in participating in research training may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more skilled workforce capable of developing new cancer treatments tailored to diverse populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar training programs have shown success in enhancing cancer research capabilities and addressing health disparities in other regions.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maskarinec, Gertraud — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Maskarinec, Gertraud
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.