Award
National Cancer Institute 5R25CA274166-03
Catalyzing Cancer Research among Urban Underrepresented Minority Youths and Teachers (CATALYST)
Recipient
University of Maryland Baltimore
Award Amount
$410,400.00
Ceiling
$410,400.00
Awarded
August 21, 2025
Identifier
5R25CA274166-03
A NIH/NCI funded project to engage underrepresented minority youths and teachers in Baltimore in cancer research education and outreach to increase diversity in the biomedical workforce.
Description
The project focuses on cancer research education and community engagement in West Baltimore. The program aims to increase diversity in the biomedical workforce through education and outreach. It includes cancer-focused research experiences and mentoring programs for scholars and teachers, development of novel curricula, and expansion of outreach activities in Baltimore middle schools.