American Cancer Society Awards Cancer Research Grant to ASU

​The president and CEO of Randall Blum Insight Consulting in Dallas, Texas, Randall "Randy" Blum is a consultant who holds certifications in various areas related to millennial workforce development. Randall Blum is also actively involved in charitable activities and contributes to multiple organizations, such as the American Cancer Society.

The American Cancer Society, a leading cancer-fighting organization in the United States, awarded cancer researchers at Alabama State University (ASU) a $2,631,400 million grant. The grant aims to fund projects focusing on improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in cancer research. Part of the grant will also help transform the Cancer Biology Research and Training (CBRT) program at ASU into a full-blown cancer center.

According to the cancer researchers at the university, part of the grant will help support junior faculty with pilot cancer research projects and clinical scientist development. Six master of science students and two postdoctoral fellows will also get stipends and tuition fee support from the grant.

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