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.

What is a Cancer Caregiver?

During cancer treatment, the main focus is on the patient. However, a cancer diagnosis affects the entire family, including caregivers. A caregiver is any person who supports a patient during treatment; this can be a spouse, partner, sibling, son, daughter, or friend. Being a caregiver to a person with cancer comes with a set of challenges, as the caregiver’s needs can often be overlooked.