NCI Center for Cancer Health Equity (CCHE)

We are thrilled to start a new chapter! Today, we’re announcing the reorganization and renaming of our Center. The Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD) is now the Center for Cancer Health Equity (CCHE). You'll see our new name here on LinkedIn soon.? ? This?is?more than just a name change. The?new?name represents the lens through which we view our work. Our efforts are not only to shine a light on disparities but, rather, are geared toward leveling these disparities while simultaneously achieving health equity.? ? To learn more about guiding factors that led to this exciting new chapter, our mission,?four branches,?and more, read our latest blog post:?https://lnkd.in/edddjMCi

? Reminder: Don’t miss the upcoming deadlines for the Basic Research in Cancer Health Disparities Program, which supports research on the biological/genetic contributors to cancer health disparities: https://lnkd.in/dzErHAMQ

Greetings from #AACRdisp24! Our team has had a great time at the conference so far, learning from and connecting with other researchers and leaders in the cancer health equity space. We look forward to more discussions, perspectives, and insights on the final day of the conference!

Congratulations to Drs. Adana Llanos and Jasmine McDonald on their new tenured professor positions! Wishing you both continued success in your academic journeys. It was wonderful reconnecting at the AACR Cancer Disparities meeting and learning more about your impressive achievements!

The wait is over! The Intramural Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences program is accepting applications through November 25! iCURE provides mentored research experiences for qualified students and scientists from diverse backgrounds on National Cancer Institute (NCI) campuses in Maryland. Interested in applying to be part of the next cohort of iCURE scholars? Here’s what you need to know! ?? 1?? First, all prospective applicants are encouraged to register for the pre-application webinar next Wednesday, October 2 at 3:00 pm ET to learn about the application process. https://lnkd.in/gQ7cewRW 2?? iCURE provides support for students and scientists from diverse backgrounds at different career and education levels, including: -?Two-year awards to post-baccalaureate (including post-Master's) individuals - Two-year awards to graduate students - Three-year awards to postdoctoral fellows - Professional and career development support - Connection to an extensive and sustaining mentoring network 3?? iCURE applications must be submitted by Nov. 25, 2024. The target start date is Sept. 1, 2025. To learn more, please visit the iCURE webpage for eligibility information and application instructions: https://lnkd.in/gJeuxbTA Email questions to [email protected]. NCI Center for Cancer Research NCI Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics NCI Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences NCI Center for Global Health

The CCHE team is gearing up for the final two days of #AACRdisp24! Don’t miss the following events with National Cancer Institute (NCI) staff, scholars, grantees and Cancer Equity Leaders at the following events over the weekend (times listed in PT):? ?? Monday, 9/23 ?? 10–11:30 a.m.: The town hall event, Utilizing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for Improved Cancer Research and Cancer Care: Tangible Examples and Supporting Metrics, will feature CCHE grantees Luis Carvajal-Carmona, Ph.D. (University of California, Davis), Dr. Naoto Ueno (University of Hawai'i Cancer Center), Dr. Maria Elena Martinez (UC San Diego Health - Moores Cancer Center), Dr. Lisa Newman (Weill Cornell Medicine), and Dr. Neal A. Palafox (University of Hawaii at Manoa).? ? ?? 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: PACHE PI Dr. Sora Park Tanjasiri (UC Irvine), Cancer Moonshot Scholar Jelani C. Zarif, Ph.D. (The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine), and other experts will participate in the session, Building Academic Success: Unspoken Truths and Strategic Planning in your Early-Career, highlighting PACHE PI Dr. Tanjasiri and Cancer Moonshot Scholar Dr. Zarif.? ?? 4–5 p.m.: CCHE grantees Dr. Lourdes A. Baezconde-Garbanati and Grantee Dr. Folakemi Odedina (PhD) (Mayo Clinic) will serve as co-chairs for the session, Community Engagement: Patient-driven Solutions to Overcoming Barriers in Health Equity. ?? Tuesday, 9/24 ?? 8–9:30 a.m.: EIAP Scholars Arnethea L. Sutton, PhD (VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center) and Lakeshia Cousin, PhD, APRN, AGPCNP-BC (UF Health Cancer Center) will join NCI Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics' Dr. Jacqueline Bui Vo and other distinguished speakers for the Science of Cancer Survivorship session.? ?? 10–11:30 a.m. CCHE Program Director Melissa Smarr, Ph.D. (National Cancer Institute (NCI)) will co-chair the plenary session 6, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and Cancer Disparities with Dr. Leticia Nogueira.

As National Postdoc Appreciation Week comes to an end, we are sharing three CURE funding opportunities that can help postdocs in their career paths! If you are searching for mentored research opportunities, consider applying to these awards by October 12, 2024, to receive mentorship, salary support, and many more resources for your independent cancer research career:? ? ?? CURE Mentored Research Scientist Development Award to Promote Diversity (K01).?? ?? CURE Mentored Clinical Scientist Research Career Development Award to Promote Diversity (K08).?? ?? NCI Transition Career Development Award to Promote Diversity (K22).?

The CCHE team is looking forward to seeing you at #AACRdisp24!? Be sure to join National Cancer Institute (NCI) staff, scholars, grantees and Cancer Equity Leaders at the following events over the weekend (times listed in PT) https://lnkd.in/eTFma4Pk ?? Saturday, 9/21 ?? 8–9:30 a.m.: CCHE Cancer Equity Leader (CEL) and CURE Distinguished Scholar Dr. Chanita Hughes-Halbert (University of Southern California) and former CURE Scholar Dr. Lauren McCullough (Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University) will serve as chairs for the plenary session, Structural Racism: Unraveling the Complex Web from Society’s Structures to Biological Pathways. ? ?? 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Dr. Halbert & Dr. McCullough will also co-chair the companion session to the plenary session on structural racism and cancer disparities. CURE Shining Star Adana A.M. Llanos, PhD, MPH (Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health - Department of Epidemiology) will discuss on the interplay between social and structural drivers of health & stress in cancer outcomes inequities. ?? Sunday, 9/22 ?? 10–11:30 a.m.: Stand Up To Cancer’s special session, “Advances in Early Detection and Screening,” will feature CCHE Cancer Equity Leaders Dr. Rob Winn (VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center) & Dr. John Carpten (City of Hope), along with other distinguished speakers.? ? ?? 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Cancer Moonshot Scholar Dr. Marvin Langston (Stanford University School of Medicine) will serve as co-chair for the session “Minority Stress and Cancer Disparities: Pathways, Theories, and Mechanisms of Action.”? ? ?? 2:30–4 p.m.: Former CURE Scholar Dr. McCullough will participate in the session, “New Cancer Cohorts” and discuss the VOICES study―the largest behavioral and environmental focused population study of cancer risk & outcomes in Black women in the US.? ? ?? 5–6 p.m.: CCHE PACHE PI Dr. Mariana Stern (Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center) and CURE K01 Scholar Dr. Katherine Tossas (Virginia Commonwealth University) will join other experts for a special session,?Advancing the Science of Cancer in Latinos: Creating a Network of Researchers, Clinicians, and Community Advocates.?? ? Be sure to also attend the Welcoming and Opening Ceremony and the Minorities in Cancer Research events over the weekend. ? ? We'll see you there! View the full list of conference programs here: https://bit.ly/4gm72ut American Association for Cancer Research

??The application period for the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Diversity Supplements opens October 1, 2024. These supplements provide research training support to students, postdocs and eligible investigators from diverse backgrounds who are underrepresented in cancer and cancer health disparities research. ?https://lnkd.in/e67WDguA ?

CCHE Director Dr. Sanya A. Springfield (center) with Cancer Equity Leaders Dr. Selwyn Vickers, Dr. Rob Winn, Dr. Kunle Odunsi, Taofeek Owonikoko, MD, PhD, and Dr. John Carpten at a convening of Cancer Center Directors. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center University of Maryland Medical System City of Hope