Summer Cancer Research Experience for High School Students from Historically Marginalized Populations in Kansas City.

ABSTRACT: The Accelerate Cancer Education (ACE) summer research program at The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is a six-week, cancer-focused, summer research experience for high school students from historically marginalized populations in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Cancer affects all populations and continues to be the second leading cause of death in the United States, and a large number of disparities impact racial and ethnic minorities, including increased cancer incidence and mortality. Critically, strategies to bolster diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are needed to address persistent cancer disparities. The ACE program offers an educational opportunity for a population of students who otherwise would not have easy access onto a medical center campus to make con

SUBMITTER: Harlan-Williams LM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10906810 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature