Advanced Course on Cancer-Related Health Disparities Research, Mentoring and Leadership

Associate Professor of Otolaryngology, Medical University of South Carolina

"Participation in the course was a key component of my K08 training and really accelerated my path to research independence! In addition to the scientific training, it provided me with an academic community and network of other early stage investigators. The academic skills and career development aspects of the course helped me to strengthen my mentor-mentee relationships and maximize the opportunity for professional growth. This course should be required for all NCI K08 trainees interested in cancer disparities research!"

Associate Professor of Communications, University of Utah

"I participated in the course shortly after receiving my first R01 award. My excitement about the funding was met with some worry about all of the administrative and logistical tasks, responsibilities and general worries that come with managing a grant as a first-time PI. The course helped me better understand how my current grant efforts could be navigated to assist in future research proposals and pursuits of funding. Course leaders also gave our cohort space to network with people doing cancer-related health disparities research. Overall, the course was invaluable and has helped me be a better PI."

Research Assistant Professor of Surgical Oncology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

"The training was invaluable in my growth as a first-time PI. The Mentor Training and Leadership sessions transformed my understanding of effective communication and mentoring. I appreciated the in-depth exploration of databases and research-focused sessions. Interactions during breakout groups significantly influenced my research perspective. Overall, this experience has amplified my confidence and preparedness for leading my lab. Thank you for this enlightening opportunity."

Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology, Indiana University School of Medicine

"The course provided me with invaluable knowledge and skills that directly enhanced my research endeavors. The interactive sessions, expert faculty, and collaborative environment fostered a rich learning experience. I highly recommend the NCI-funded training course to researchers seeking to expand their knowledge in their respective fields."

Associate Professor, University of Houston

"This training offers more than just a leadership training course; it provides an inspiring community of kind-hearted, supportive, fun, and intelligent individuals committed to helping you enhance your effectiveness and achieve higher career satisfaction. During my time there, I gained extensive knowledge, forged valuable friendships, and gained a clearer vision of my career goals. I wholeheartedly recommend this course to any researchers."

Assistant Professor, Division of Dermatology at University of Washington

"Thank you very much for arranging the mock study section and sending me the reviewers' comments! I greatly appreciate the reviewers' time and advice, which tremendously helps my future grant submission. Getting the sense of a real study section and learning reviewers' viewpoints is a valuable experience for me. With the feedback from the reviewers, I will be able to strengthen my application prior to actual submission because I got real reviewers' comments in advance. In-person, intensive course was great. It enhanced networking and interactive discussions with like-minded peers who aspire to learn more about leadership and mentoring. The course content covered my favorite topics: health disparities research and databases, mentoring, leadership, grant writing, and mock study section. This is a great coverage for junior faculty members, and it was very efficient to learn all of these important topics at once. All instructors were great speakers and facilitators. This is the best course I have ever attended!"