Scholars and Early Stage Advancement (SEA) Initiative

The Scholars and Early Stage Advancement (SEA) Initiative represents a crucial and forward-thinking effort aimed at fostering diversity within the cancer research workforce. By identifying, recruiting, and supporting scholars (post-docs, graduate students) from underserved groups, this initiative seeks to address existing disparities and enhance the inclusivity of cancer research.

The SEA Initiative will:Heme team group photo

  • Provide a monthly professional development series (grant writing, research, publishing, etc.)
  • Provide travel scholarships
  • Provide professional and academic networking and mentoring opportunities

Please contact ed@cinj.rutgers.edu for more information.

The SEA initiative is funded by 3P30CA072720-24S2.