Education and Training Overview

The Cancer Research and Education Coordination (CRTEC) program's goals are to:

Inspire the next generation of cancer scientists and clinicians
Train a new generation of cancer scientists and clinicians through cancer research training and educational programs
Mentor and support the career development of current faculty members.

Cancer Research, Training, & Education Advisory Committee

Julian Sprague, MD, PhD	Director, Hem/Onc Fellowship
Sarah Nowak, PhD	Associate Professor, CPS
Paula Deming, PhD	Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs and Research, CNHS, CC
Karen Lounsbury, PhD	Foundations Director, Office of Medical Student Education
Katie Queen, PhD	Assistant Director, High School Science Education and Outreach
Alan Howe, PhD	Associate Director – CRTEC, CHE

Our Programs

Careers in Cancer Day

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Local high school students are invited to the UVM Cancer Center for an immersive four-hour experience to connect with cancer clinicians and scientists to learn more about career pathways in cancer.

Learn more about Careers in Cancer Day.

Summer Research Fellowship

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As a paid Summer Research Fellow, undergraduate, graduate and medical students gain hands-on experience in cancer research under the mentorship of a UVM Cancer Center member.

Learn more about Summer Research Fellowships.

BioMobile Discovery Lab

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The UVMCC Mobile Laboratory aims to bring hands-on research experience to rural Vermont communities and schools.

Learn more about the BioMobile Discovery Lab.

Travel Awards

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Travel awards are available to all Trainee members who have been accepted to present a cancer-related poster or talk at a conference.

Learn more about Travel Awards.

Cancer Center Seminar Series

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Coming soon! A monthly seminar series featuring speakers from each of the research programs and components of the UVM Cancer Center.

Trainee Membership

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Trainee members include all high school students, University students (undergraduate, medical, graduate), postdoctoral associates, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows conducting cancer related research.

Learn more about Trainee Memberships.