Making a Difference Together

Our center leads community education programs focused on cancer prevention, awareness, and screening, particularly targeting underserved minority communities in the Montgomery and nearby region.

Events & Screenings

• Annual Community Conference: Engaging community leaders to discuss cancer disparities and prevention strategies.
• Health Fairs and Clinics: Offering cancer screening and educational resources.
• Relay for Life: Partnering with the American Cancer Society (ACS) Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) for fundraising and awareness events.

Partnerships

We collaborate with healthcare providers, local hospitals, and organizations like the Montgomery Cancer Center to extend our impact.

Volunteer Opportunities

Students and faculty can participate in community service and outreach events, including volunteering with the ACS, BCRF.

Events & News

Stay Connected

• Seminars: Regular talks by leading cancer researchers.
• Conferences and Workshops: Opportunities for faculty and students to present research and network.
• Funding Announcements: Updates on NIH, NCI, NSF, and local grant opportunities.

Recent News

• ASU students trained 20 undergraduates, 3 postdocs, and 2 graduate students through the ASU-UAB Cancer Partnership.
• CBRT program secured over $7.5M in federal funding from NSF, NIH, and ACS.
• New course module: “GIS and its Application in Aging and Cancer Research.”

Contact Us

• General Inquiry: Submit questions via our online form.
• Key Personnel: Dr. Manoj Mishra, Director, CRC ASU
• Location: CRC facilities on the ASU campus, Montgomery, AL.
• Directions: [Map to CRC facilities]

Additional Features

• Searchable Directory: Find faculty and student researchers by expertise or department.
• Newsletter Signup: Stay updated on CRC activities and opportunities.
• Social Media: Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook for real-time updates.
• Photo/Video Gallery: Explore lab work, community events, and outreach activities.
• Resources: Access grant writing guides, research ethics materials, and testimonials from students and faculty.

Future Directions

Within five years, the CRC aims to:

• Establish a matrix center for STEM collaboration
• Recruit 3-5 self-financed investigators
• Increase student training at BS, MS, and PhD levels
• Expand federal funding and partnerships