August 22 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Spotlight
Event: Addressing Race in Research
Clinical research has the
potential to help advance health for everyone. But for that to work, it must
include people from all groups. When communicating about research results, it
is vital to explain who was being studied. Join us for a session with subject
matter experts that can help you learn more about how to address race in your
research.
Defining Race/Ethnic Categories and Genetic Ancestry in Cancer
Research: The importance of defining these constructs based on your research
questions.
Laura Fejerman’s research focuses on the discovery of genetic and
non-genetic factors that contribute to breast cancer risk and prognosis in
Hispanic/Latina women.
Data Visibility and Equity in Hmong
Americans During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Kaykay Vang will discuss data
visibility in Asian American subgroups, describe research in Hmong Americans
and need for visibility, and report findings from research on COVID-19 mitigation
behaviors in Hmong Americans.
Attendees: All are welcome. Students, faculty, staff, community members and
community-based organizations involved in research or support of health and
data equity practices are encouraged to attend.
This
is a free online event that is open to the public.
