NIH Reporter #RFA-CA-24-026

Grant for Rutgers Youth Enjoy Science (RUYES) Program to Promote Diversity in Cancer Research

This opportunity is a grant solicitation from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in partnership with Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences for the Rutgers Youth Enjoy Science (RUYES) program in Newark, NJ. - Purpose: Increase diversity in the cancer research workforce, with a focus on underserved populations and community outreach. - Key Activities: - Mentored research experiences for high school and undergraduate students, science teachers, and faculty at minority-serving institutions. - Curriculum development support related to cancer research education. - Outreach activities to engage the community and promote diversity in cancer research. - Estimated grant value: $330,269 for the fiscal year. - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a research and education grant. - Notable requirements: - Emphasis on diversity, mentorship, and community engagement in cancer research education.

Description

This is a research grant opportunity for the Rutgers Youth Enjoy Science program, focusing on increasing diversity in the cancer research workforce, with an emphasis on underserved populations and community outreach. The grant is funded by the National Cancer Institute and provides approximately $330,269 for fiscal year 2026. The project aims to offer mentored research experiences, curriculum development support, and outreach activities to high school and undergraduate students, as well as science teachers and faculty in minority-serving institutions. The program is managed by Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences located in Newark, NJ.

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