Year: 2010
Type: article
Abstract: The Moores UCSD Cancer Center's Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences program aims to increase the number of underrepresented students pursuing careers in cancer research, cancer care, and health disparities research. Participants receive 8 weeks of laboratory and classroom training during the summer followed by participation in research mentors' laboratories. Of the 82 CURE students accrued (2002 and 2008), 91% persisted in science after 1 year. Of the 63 students eligible to graduate in 2009, 7 had dropped out of college; 56 graduated. Of the graduates, 98% were science majors and 61% (34) had already matriculated to graduate or health professional schools for cancer research and clinical care careers.
Source: Journal of Cancer Education
Institutions: University of California San Diego, Moores Cancer Center
Language: English
Subfield: Applied Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,790
Awards: Community Based Clinical Trials Education Program, G2042810049, G2247259014, San Diego EXPORT Comprehensive NCMHD Research Center, ASIAN AMERICAN NETWORK FOR CANCER AWARENESS RESEARCH & TRAINING, Cooperative Planning of the SDSU/UCSD Cancer Center Par*, 1/2 SDSU/UCSD Cancer Center Comprehensive Partnership, Cooperative Planning of the SDSU/UCSD Cancer Partnership, 2/2 SDSU/UCSD Cancer Center Comprehensive Partnership, Specialized Cancer Center Support Grant
OpenAlex ID: W2067895249