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Announcements

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Call for Speakers and Panelists

If you're interested in presenting your research or participating in a panel discussion. Please inquire below.

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Fellowship Awards Program

The UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (JCCC) is pleased to announce the Fellowship Program for postdocs, graduate students, and residents

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Trainee Travel Awards

The program is competitive, and open to UCLA JCCC trainee members only.

Trainee Travel Awards Program

Program Highlights

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Early Insights into Cancer

Early Insights into Cancer is a platform functioning as a guiding pathway for students to own and deicide their future

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JCCC Retreat Poster Competition

For graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and fellows to share their cancer-focused research projects.

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Watch Educational Video Series

Cancer a Rapidly Dividing Cell

An educational video series on defining basic cancer terms is a set of video resources aimed at providing a comprehensive and accessible introduction to important terms and concepts related to cancer. The series covers fundamental topics such as types of cancer, stages of the disease, treatments, and other key concepts, and is designed to be educational and engaging.

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Time to Talk 

The goal of the series is to introduce young students to the occupations and disciplines that are a part of a modern cancer center’s treatment, research and administration. Each video will feature an AMWA member interviewing a member of the JCCC team - from doctors, researchers and nurses to lab technicians, computer scientists, fundraising professionals and executive staff. We want to show that studying STEM subjects opens up a world of opportunities to young students considering careers in the medical field.

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Benefits of Trainee Membership

Membership Overview
See an introduction to the benefits and opportunities available to individuals who are part of a trainee membership program. The video highlights the different resources and experiences available to trainee members, such as access to educational resources, networking opportunities, workshops, and events.

Member Benefits

Joining a trainee membership can have several benefits, including professional development, networking, career opportunities, access to resources, and professional recognition. Overall, joining a trainee membership can help you further your career, expand your knowledge, and connect with other professionals in your field.

JCCC events calendar is a schedule or listing of upcoming events and activities. It is used to promote events organized for the cancer community.  The calendar includes information such as event name, date, time, location, and a brief description of the event.

Stay informed on trends, opportunities, and events by receiving the lates announcements and newsletters. A trainee email subscription is a way for trainees to receive regular updates and news related to cancer research. By subscribing to a trainee email, individuals can stay informed on trends, opportunities, events, new training programs, announcements, and newsletters.

Explore timely topics with exciting in-person and virtual programs. Cancer training and education refer to programs that aim to increase knowledge and understanding of cancer, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. This can include formal education for healthcare professionals, training for medical students and residents, workshops for support staff and caregivers, and trainee education programs. 

To support the professional development and advancement of JCCC Trainee members through awards or grants provided by government agencies, foundations, corporations, and/or the JCCC.  The goal of funding opportunities is to provide support to individuals that are working on cancer research projects.  Funding opportunities are typically announced through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process, and applicants must submit a proposal or abstract that details their project and budget to be considered for funding.

 A trainee cancer community member is anyone who is in the process of acquiring knowledge and skills related to cancer, either as a student, resident, or fellow in a healthcare or scientific field. This may include medical students, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, researchers, or scientists. As trainees, they are seeking to gain a deeper understanding of cancer and its impact on individuals and communities and are preparing to become future leaders in cancer care, research, and advocacy. Trainee cancer community members may participate in educational programs, shadowing opportunities, research projects, and advocacy initiatives, among other activities, to gain hands-on experience and build their expertise in the field. They play an important role in the cancer community by bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas to the table and helping to advance the fight against cancer.

Explore Opportunities in Cancer Research

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Career Development 

Building and advancing your professional skills and knowledge to pursue growth and advancement in cancer. 

Career Development 

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Trainee Resources 

Student resources, support systems, and services available to help you succeed in academic and personal pursuits.

Trainee Resources 

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Training  Programs

Training programs are structured courses of study designed to help individuals acquire new skills or knowledge in cancer.

 Training programs

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Research Seminars

Training and education events, where experts in the field share insights, present their latest findings, and discuss ideas.

Research Seminars