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Karyn J Roberts1, Weini Ogbagiorgis2, Angela Sy3
1American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, Bethesda, MD, USA.
American Journal of Human Genetics
|April 3, 2025
Summary
New NIH-funded Diversity Centers aim to boost genomics workforce diversity and research capacity. Common data elements streamline evaluation, enabling continuous improvement of diversity initiatives in genomics.
Area of Science:
- Genomics
- Health Disparities Research
- Workforce Development
Background:
- Genomics research requires a diverse and capable workforce.
- Existing interventions have not sufficiently addressed workforce diversity and research capacity building (RCB).
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a framework for evaluating interventions aimed at increasing diversity in genomics.
- To streamline reporting and quality improvement for RCB initiatives.
Main Methods:
- Development of a prospective evaluation plan by NIH program staff.
- Creation of five common data elements (CDEs) for consistent data collection.
- CDEs cover genomics programs, productivity, collaboration, community engagement, and workforce development.
Main Results:
- A standardized evaluation approach using CDEs was established.
- The CDEs facilitate synergistic reporting and continuous quality improvement.
- The framework supports ongoing adjustment of RCB interventions.
Conclusions:
- The Diversity Centers for Genome Research Consortium utilizes CDEs for effective evaluation.
- This approach enhances the diversity of the genomics workforce.
- Standardized evaluation is key to improving RCB interventions.
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