NIH Reporter #5R25CA171998-13

Cancer Genetics Professional Education Program Solicitation by National Cancer Institute

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is seeking proposals for a professional education initiative in cancer genetics. - Government Buyer: - National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Project managed by Beckman Research Institute/City of Hope, Duarte, CA - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are named - Products/Services Requested: - Professional education services focused on cancer genetics - Updating educational curricula for clinicians - Developing self-directed review courses - Evaluating participant engagement and knowledge in cancer risk assessment, personalized risk management, and targeted cancer treatment - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on leveraging academic resources - Expanding clinician proficiency in cancer genetics nationally and internationally - Project funded under grant number 5R25CA171998-13 - Estimated project value is $274,462 - No tangible products, part numbers, or specific OEMs are involved; focus is on educational program development and delivery

Description

This project aims to continue a multifaceted Intensive Course and global Clinical Cancer Genomics Community of Practice. It leverages academic resources to prepare clinicians in cancer risk assessment, personalized risk management, and targeted cancer treatment. The project seeks to increase the number of clinicians proficient in genetic cancer genetics across the U.S. and internationally. It involves updating curricula, developing self-directed review courses, and evaluating participant engagement and knowledge. The project is funded by the National Cancer Institute and managed by the Beckman Research Institute/City of Hope in Duarte, CA.

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