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An interdisciplinary training program in nutrition sciences and cancer.

D C Heimburger1, J W Waterbor, L Fish

  • 1Department of Nutrition Sciences, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 35294-3360, USA. Doug.Heimburger@uab.edu

Journal of Cancer Education : the Official Journal of the American Association for Cancer Education
|October 6, 2000
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The Cancer Prevention and Control Training Program (CPCTP) trains health professionals in cancer nutrition. This program has successfully trained numerous individuals, becoming a key resource for cancer prevention and control expertise.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Nutrition Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • A shortage of healthcare professionals skilled in cancer prevention nutrition was identified.
  • The University of Alabama at Birmingham established the Cancer Prevention and Control Training Program (CPCTP) in 1988.
  • The program received grant support from the National Institutes of Health/National Cancer Institute (NIH/NCI).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the curriculum and program elements of the CPCTP.
  • To report on the academic achievements of trainees.
  • To document the career trajectories of program graduates.

Main Methods:

  • Enrollment of predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees.
  • Description of the program's curriculum and training components.

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  • Tracking of trainee academic progress and career outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • The CPCTP enrolled 11 predoctoral and 12 postdoctoral trainees.
    • 18 trainees have completed the program, with five currently enrolled.
    • Trainees have demonstrated significant academic achievements and successful careers.

    Conclusions:

    • The CPCTP has become a vital resource for specialized training in cancer nutrition.
    • The program effectively addresses the need for professionals in cancer prevention and control.
    • Graduates are contributing to the field through their academic and professional work.