Tribal Researchers' Cancer Control Fellowship Program
Reducing the cancer burden in Indian country by supporting the development of highly trained Native cancer researchers
This program offers a strong foundation in study design, research methods, and grant writing. Selected fellows participate in a two-week summer training and a one-week follow-up training in the fall based on fellow availability. Fellows also attend monthly webinars, receive mentorship, and are awarded a travel scholarship to attend a national conference. We invite American Indian/Alaska Native graduate students, researchers, and health professionals to apply.
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Summer Research Training Institute (SRTI) for American Indian and Alaska Native Health Professionals and Students
An intensive training program for health professionals and students interested in Native health
Each week of the SRTI offers short, skill-building courses in research, program evaluation, and project implementation. For individuals seeking to focus on a specific area of Native health and research, we also offer an intensive learning experience led by topic experts. Topics vary each year.
Research Support Fellowship
Investing in the next generation of Native researchers
This fellowship offers financial support for American Indian/Alaska Native undergraduate and graduate students engaged in biomedical or social science research. Fellows are paid on an hourly basis for work completed on a mentored research project. As a Research Support Fellow, you will also gain access to Summer Research Training Institute courses, guidance from near-peer mentors, and a travel award to attend a national, regional, or local conference.
Undergraduate fellows may work with a mentor from their home institution or request to work with a NW NARCH mentor on a current project.
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Public Health Research Academy
Inspiring future Native health protectors
The Public Health Research Academy introduces American Indian/Alaska Native high school students to relatable public health topics and research methods. The program celebrates the idea that public health has always been part of Native ways of knowing. Caring for the well-being of our people and strengthening community are teachings that have guided generations. Youth and adult mentors explore relatable lessons together and follow a roadmap that guides them in applying these skills to a community health project that strengthens and promotes collective wellbeing.
Soon, youth and educators will be able to access the Academy lessons to continue learning and creating positive change in their communities.
Access evaluation reports from our Public Health Research Academy cohorts to learn about program impact and student experiences.
Applied Biostatistics & Data Science
For American Indian/Alaska Native students and professionals seeking to strengthen their quantitative skills
This two-year program includes two intensive course series in Portland, Oregon, regular virtual seminars, and a mentored capstone project tailored to each trainee’s research interests. Participants gain hands-on experience in study design, data collection and management, analytic preparation, and data visualization. The curriculum includes modern approaches such as spatial analysis and machine learning and emphasizes data sovereignty and culturally respectful dissemination.
